Bull Products has shared its guide on how to prevent a fire from spreading on a construction site.
Implementing the correct fire safety products is vital to prevent a fire from spreading and fire extinguishers are one of the most life-saving products to have on site.
Fire extinguishers should be located at identified fire points around the site and should be appropriate to the nature of the potential fire:
On a smaller site, a standalone alarm unit may be sufficient but as a construction site grows, there is a higher risk of a fire breaking out.
The installation of fire detection and wireless alarm systems, you can ensure workers are alerted in the event of a fire.
Bull’s Cygnus mobile detection device is an ideal solution for instant fire detection warning and can be used in conjunction with the Fire First Responder Station which connects the detector (smoke or heat) to the alarm on the station.
It is suitable for temporary hot works, as it can be moved to where the hazard is and then left there for a period of time to guarantee a fire does not start.
It is crucially important to ensure staff are confident when using any type of fire safety equipment – they need to know what risks to be aware of and what actions to take in the event of a fire. All new employees should also receive fire safety training.
According to The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 (FSO), a ‘responsible person’ must carry out, and keep up to date, a risk assessment and implement appropriate measures to lower the risk to life and property from fire.
The HSE recommends following these five steps when carrying out a fire risk assessment:
By following these four tips, you can prevent a fire from spreading, which will protect your workers and site in the long-term.
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