Fire Prevention Tips for Warehouses and Factories

Fire safety is important in every kind of building, but the stakes can be a lot higher when it comes to factories and warehouses. Not only do these buildings store a lot of stock and machinery, but they also tend to contain many people during their hours of operation. Therefore, even a small fire could have catastrophic events in these kinds of settings, not only affecting the business itself but also posing a significant risk to human safety. Here are some things you can do to reduce the risk of fire in your warehouse or factory.

Fire risk assessments

Fire risk assessments should be carried out regularly on every property, but especially in work environments. This assessment will provide an overview of hazards and potential risks to property or people. It will also advise you as to how you can reduce these risks and the training required to ensure that you or a member of your workforce is prepared for all eventualities when it comes to fire hazards.

Regular equipment checks and maintenance

Whether you have forklifts, other machinery, or even just a microwave, your warehouse or factory’s equipment should be inspected regularly for faults. This will allow you to spot potential fire hazards early and resolve the issue before it’s too late.

Fire extinguishers

Fire extinguishers are an integral part of any fire safety plan. You should always ensure that you have the right type of extinguisher, the right amount of extinguishers, and that they are all in good working order.

It’s a good idea to constantly review your prevention measures based on what your building contains, which includes selecting the right fire extinguisher for the type of materials you’re likely to store and produce. You should also ensure that your staff are trained and confident in using a fire extinguisher in the event of a fire.

Fire alarms

Fire alarms are an effective way of alerting people to a fire, which can be invaluable when it comes to evacuating a building and therefore protecting the lives of your workforce. It can also help you to locate the source of a fire and minimise the spread to other parts of the building. Fire alarm systems can be tailored to the layout of your building.

Fire doors and signage

Not only do fire doors help to slow the spread of fire and smoke, but they also protect key evacuation routes. Photoluminescent fire signage can also help to highlight dangers and provide instructions or directions relating to fire safety - for example, evacuation routes, fire doors, and assembly points.



Fire warden training

You should always have designated fire safety wardens within your workforce, as they will be responsible for implementing fire safety procedures and ensuring that your warehouse or factory remains both safe and compliant. They will also be invaluable in the event of a fire, as they will have the necessary fire training to stay calm and know what to do in order to minimise risk for property and people.

At Ace Fire & Security, we provide a whole range of services to help with factory fire prevention and warehouse fire prevention. Offering everything from fire training and fire alarms to fire risk assessments, keep your building safe with the help of our professional team today. Contact us for more information.