To commemorate Fire Prevention Month in October, Johnson Controls has released best practices for facilities to mitigate the risk of fire hazards. Integrated fire and life-safety solutions, along with a tested emergency preparedness plan, can improve occupant safety, maximize the efficiency of building systems and emergency communication, and mitigate vulnerabilities throughout a facility. No building is immune to fire, but there are proactive steps that facilities can take to reduce the risk of a potential emergency and minimize damages.
Below are tips to help facilities bolster fire and life-safety efforts.
A Checklist For Protecting A Facility
- Train employees on emergency preparedness procedures and plans
- Install technologies that can exchange information and detect potential problems earlier
- Identify common fire hazards and how to prevent them
- Incorporate systems that work with facilities' unique needs, including advanced fire detection and suppression systems
- Regularly test fire, life safety and security systems to ensure they are working properly and comply with local laws and safety codes
