Snuff out the hidden hazards causing businesses to catch fire

Microwaves, laptops and batteries are common fire starters at work.

Prioritizing fire safety not only ensures a safer work environment but also prevents costly damages and disruptions.(Photo: LuckyBusiness/Adobe Stock)

Did you know that more than 100,000 commercial fires occur annually?

Although the frequency of commercial fires has decreased over time, the lost value from fire damage has increased by 51%, according to FEMA.

It’s crucial to prevent fire damage and protect businesses by being more aware of potential hazards.

Understanding fire hazards  

Any item or activity that can ignite a fire is considered a hazard. Fires require fuel, oxygen and heat to start. So its essential to prevent situations that combine these factors.

What follows are some of the top hidden workplace hazards that can lead to potential fires:

By recognizing and addressing these common fire hazards across various commercial settings, businesses can significantly reduce the risk of fire incidents.  Fires can occur regardless of how careful you are, so ensure that smoke alarms are installed and functioning. Install at least one detector per floor, but more may be required depending on the size and layout of your business. Prioritizing fire safety not only ensures a safer work environment but also prevents costly damages and disruptions.

Steve Leasure

Steve Leasure is vice president of Operations at Rainbow Restoration in Waco, Texas. Steve joined the Rainbow Restoration team near the end of 2022 and has spent most of the past 20 years working in the franchise space, ​leading teams, and helping franchise owners achieve profitability goals. 

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