Fire is incredibly fast! In under 30 seconds a little flame can easily turn into a substantial fire. With blinding thick black smoke filling the building. Before you know it, the entire home or business is engulfed in flames.
Everyone knows fire is hot! But did you know it can be more threatening than flames. At floor level of a fire the temperature in a room can be 100 degrees, at eye level it can easily be 600 degrees.
So hot it melts your clothes to your skin and scorch your lungs when you breathe the incredibly hot air.
Though fire starts out bright, it quickly creates blinding thick black smoke. The complete darkness rapidly becomes disorientating.
Fire is fatal. Poisonous gases and smoke are more deadly that the flames themselves. During a fire, the leading cause of deaths is asphyxiation or suffocation, The toxic gasses causes drowsiness and disorientation.
When Do You Need a Fire Watch Guard?
Unfinished buildings and construction sites
Construction sites are known for being a potential fire hazard. Typically, fire alarm systems are not set up and the water hasn’t been turned on yet. Power tools, fuel, combustible materials, and chemicals, can put the property at a higher risk for fires.
When the fire alarm system is down
A fire system can be down for several reasons, replacing fire doors, renovations, power outages or the alarm system isn’t working properly. If your building has employees, tenants, or families, it is a big responsibility. Safety is the utmost priority.
When pyrotechnics are being used
Pyrotechnics and fireworks have become common for celebrations, concerts, special occasions, even weddings. According to the National Fire Protection Association, “Fireworks start an average of 18,500 fires per year, including 1,300 structure fires, 300 vehicle fires, and 16,900 outside and other fires. These fires caused an average of three deaths, 40 civilian injuries, and an average of $43 million in direct property damage.”
Armed with specialized training
Curtis Protective Services Fire Guards 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 often Fire Watches are unanticipated and require immediate response and are staffed accordingly to respond competently on short notice.
