Business owners throughout Florida and Georgia are required to have a fire watch guard when their sprinkler system or fire prevention system is inoperable. The Fire Watch Guard physically watches and patrols the property and/or building for any fire hazards.
The National Fire Protection Association list several everyday situations when a fire guard service is needed. This also includes when there is a power or water outage, “hot works”, open, flames, and welding.
Other critical times a fire watch guard is necessary is when maintenance is being performed on the fire suppression system, the system isn’t installed yet or there is an issue with the system.
A fire watch guard is designated to monitor the safety of certain tasks, where there is a possibility to ignite materials and start a fire.
If a business does not comply with the current regulations and laws, they can be subject to large fines and even a shut down.
The Tasks Of A Fire Watch Guard
While every business has their unique needs, a fir watch guard will watch for any hazards that have the potential to start a fire. Other responsibilities of a fire watch guard include:
Risk Assessment
Fire watch guards are trained to identify any possible hazards that could result in a safety issue and obstruct the efforts of an emergency response. They also ensure all exits are clear and that people are able to evacuate without disruption.
Check for Equipment Functions
Evacuations plans may need updating and the fire extinguisher is verified. The fire watch guards at Curtis Protective Services are highs trained and have extensive experience in communicating with emergency response personnel, including the fire departments and law enforcement.
Recognizing Early Indicators
Fire watch guards are equipped to act on anything suspicious. Such as an increase in temperatures, smoke, or questionable odors. They are also trained in all evacuation and emergency plans. They make regular rounds until the risk of a fire is addressed.
Why Choose Curtis Protective Service?
Curtis Protective Service has highly trained fire watch guards. They have been specifically educated for this service, following all documentation, regulations and laws. You won’t have to worry about the task of coordinating the staff, which could last for several days or even weeks, which can be a big strain itself. It will give you a peace of mind everything is taken care of, quality guards are on duty, 24 hours a day.
We understand that often Fire Watches are unanticipated and require immediate response and are staffed accordingly to respond competently on short notice. Contact us today for more information.
