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Create Comprehensive Fire Evacuation Drills for Your Business | SERVPRO® of Buffalo/Tonawanda
6/25/2020 (Permalink)
If your business experiences any fire damage, you can count on us. SERVPRO of Buffalo Tonawanda specializes in commercial fire restoration.
Planning for all possible scenarios is an important part of being a business owner, and that includes planning for emergencies such as fires. There are many commercial fire incidents annually, so it is something that is worthwhile to prepare for just in case.
Making sure your employees know what to do if a fire breaks out is of chief concern, and you can achieve this by planning out regular fire evacuation drills. This way everyone will rehearse what needs to be done in advance, so in a real fire situation, they will know what to do.
Consult with your local fire officials. Your local fire officials are a great resource for your business in all aspects of fire safety. Consult with them regarding your business and they will be happy to discuss the best fire evacuation routes and any special considerations you may need to take into account as you plan ahead.
Communicate and mark fire evacuation routes. Once you have determined the best evacuation paths from various points in the building, involving your employees is the next step. Make sure to round everyone up before you host your first drill so everyone can be clear on what path to take and what the protocol will be once the drill begins.
Have fire drills frequently. Hosting regular drills is the best way to make sure that the evacuation plan is solidified in everyone’s mind and reduce the likelihood of panic if a real fire were to start. Make sure that everyone can exit the building safely within a few minutes’ time each time you do the drill.
Run different fire scenarios. Fires can break out in a myriad of ways, so your evacuation drills should be comprehensive by taking this into consideration. Run through a different fire scenario each time that features blocked exits and varying fire origin spots so you can be certain that everyone is ready for any fire situation that may arise.
If your business has experienced fire damage, you can count on us. We specialize in commercial fire restoration and will be here for you at any hour—contact us today at 716-694-9949