FIRE SAFETY

 

Fire safety is the set of practices intended to reduce the destruction caused by Fire. It includes those that are intended to prevent ignition of an uncontrolled fire, and those that are used to limit the development and effects of a fire after it starts.

All of our work forces are trained to handle all fire fighting equipments and thus in case of emergency they need not depend on fire brigade to extinguish the fire to avoid destruction.

 

The fire is a common and serious emergency situation that security has to deal with. As a security guard, your main duty is to protect people and property but the fire can destroy both in a minute.

You should manage and look over the fire hazard on your site. Mostly, the security guards are the first person to detect in the early stage of fire. In the case of fire, you have to know how to react quickly and confidently.

So, you should know the available types of fire equipment and their location on your site. Not only this but also you must get training for operating the fire equipment. Your own safety and safety of others depends on your hand.

If you have not experienced the fire scene before, it is hard to imagine how it looks like. The fire in the video and movies is nothing because we do not feel the heat and breath of smoke.

In the real fire, many things existing such as smoke, flame and heat many people kill through inhaling the smoke than getting burnt. The transparent gases are released from the burning substances. The gases are lighter than the air so they can spread quickly throughout the building. They are toxic that the result, people can die quickly after inhaling it.

The fire is quick and fatal. When you are at the fire scene you may have not time to think how to handle it. Most importantly, you should know your fire safety plan very well and your role in case of fire at your site.

What are fire safety and emergency procedures plans?

Every company has an emergency situation plan which includes evacuation routes, firefighting equipment and the contact number of In-charge in the case of an emergency.

Some company has a complex emergency situation plan I mean the different emergency has a different action plan and different contact person depending on the emergency. Even though how the detail of the plans is, the purpose is the same, prepare people before an emergency happen.

Make sure there is an emergency situation plan in your workplace not only this but you read and understand also. If you are sure the plan does not exist then, ask the client and inform your supervisor or manager regarding this.

Another important point is to read the plan often. Doing this can remain fresh in your mind the emergency procedure and your role on it. That’s why in case of emergency you can handle a situation without thinking what is in your emergency responding plan.

If there is no emergency situation plan in your site ask your roles in case of emergency. Don’t wait until the situation happens and look for the answer. As a security guard, you have the rights to suggest your company or clients if anything relates to the safety and security of the people and property.

In next article, we will discuss about the fire elements and classifications.