Of course the best way to protect your construction site and business from a fire is with a sprinkler and alarm system. But what happens if your fire suppression system is operating properly, unexpectedly breaks down, or is being worked on, not only are you putting people’s lives at risk, you are also compromising your investment. You will also be breaking the law, which can lead to costly fines.
According to SF Weekly breaks down why and when you need a fire watch guard:
The fire watch security service assumes responsibility for business and property owners to protect it from the event of fire threats. Their task is to check the area and look for conditions that raise the fire risk and find ways to resolve it before actual fire outbreaks occur. That is one of the main reasons why fire watch security guards are essential to prevent fire outbreaks.
Broken Fire Alarm System – If a commercial property has not yet installed a fire alarm system or is being repaired or replaced, municipal regulations mandate watch keeping on-site until the system is fully operational.
Broken Sprinkler – If the property depends on a sprinkler system, water supply interruption can hinder its performance. It might be appropriate to have a fireguard and protect the property and its inhabitants until the water system works.
The Solution: A Fire Watch Guard
What is a fire watch guard? They are individuals who are specifically trained to prevent fire hazards and fires they see on a property. The includes, collecting information relevant to a fire risk, identifying hazards, patrolling the area 24/7.
Patrolling – Highly trained guards patrol the facility at regular intervals. Whether they are needed 24/7 for a particular time frame or throughout the year, our fire watch guards meet the highest standards in the industry.
Identify Hazards – Looking for and addressing any conditions that may lead to a fire or increase the risk of one.
Keeping Accurate Logs – Typically, insurance companies and the authority require logs containing patrols, any hazards, and information related to a fire risk.
Equipment Checks – Suppression equipment and alarms are required to be checked by a professional to ensure they are fully functional.
Contacting First Responders – If something does happen, a fire or something else, the fire watch guard and contact the fire department and help evacuate guests and tenants.
Curtis Protective Services is a leader in the Fire Watch Guard industry. Safety is our highest priority, we have an in-depth knowledge of fire hazards, and quick response to any signs of danger to prevent loss of life and property damage.
We understand that situations were a Fire Watch Guard is necessary are typically unanticipated and require immediate response and are staffed accordingly to respond competently on short notice.
