When Fire Protection System Is Offline
What happens when your fire suppression system is down, your sprinkler system malfunctions, or your fire alarm system is temporarily offline due to repairs or maintenance? During these critical situations, you need a reliable and professional fire watch service to help protect your property, tenants, employees, and assets.
Curtis Protective Services provides dependable fire watch patrol services throughout Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville, Fort Lauderdale, Miami, and surrounding Florida areas. Our trained fire watch personnel help ensure compliance with safety requirements while your fire protection systems are unavailable.
Key Reason: Liability Protection
Although fires are uncommon, they can happen at any time.
Property owners, managers, and business operators have a responsibility to maintain a safe environment for occupants and employees.
If a fire occurs while your sprinkler system, fire alarm, or other fire protection equipment is out of service, insurance companies, investigators, and legal representatives may look for accountability. Having a documented professional fire watch service in place demonstrates that proper precautions were taken to reduce risk and protect people and property.
Avoid Costly Fire Code Violations and Fines
When a fire protection system is impaired, there are often specific requirements that must be followed based on local fire codes and jurisdictional regulations.
Failure to comply can result in significant fines, penalties, and increased liability. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) provides safety standards designed to help protect lives and property from fire hazards. Under NFPA guidelines, when automatic sprinkler or fire alarm systems are out of service beyond certain time limits, a fire watch may be required or the building may need to be evacuated.
Because requirements can vary by location, it is important to work with a professional fire watch company familiar with local regulations.
How Many Fire Watch Guards Do You Need?
The number of fire watch guards required depends on several factors, including:
The size and layout of the building
Number of floors and occupied areas
Type of fire protection system affected
Local jurisdiction requirements
The level of fire risk present
Some properties may only require one trained fire watch officer, while larger facilities may require multiple patrol guards to maintain adequate coverage.
How Long Will You Need Fire Watch Services?
The length of time required depends on how quickly the fire protection system can be repaired or restored. Fire watch services may be needed for:
A few hours during minor repairs
One or two days for routine system issues
Several weeks or months for major repairs, upgrades, or fire system replacements
As long as your fire alarm or sprinkler system remains offline, continuous fire watch coverage may be required to help maintain safety and compliance.
Contact Curtis Security for Fire Watch Services
Determining the appropriate number of guards and the required duration of fire watch coverage depends on your specific situation. The professionals at Curtis Security can help assess your needs and provide dependable fire watch solutions for commercial properties throughout Florida.
Contact Curtis Protective Services today for professional fire watch services in Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville, Fort Lauderdale, Miami, and surrounding areas.
