Mid Carolina Security
The Gold Standard in Private Security
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FIRE WATCH SECURITY OFFICERS
All of our fireguards have been through extensive training and have the knowledge that is needed for fire prevention. All Fire Watch Security Officers also have First Aid, CPR, and AED Training. They know how to activate fire alarms, know how to work the many various types of fire extinguishers and untilize standing hosepipe fire hoses, they are are familiar with the functions of a sprinkler system and know how to evacuate a building if they need to.
Having a reliable and professional fire watch officer in place can provide peace of mind for homeowners, businesses and organizations. When there is a malfunction or absence of fire prevention or firefighting devices, a fire watch personnel can help safeguard your property in the event of an emergency.
Our modern homes and businesses are full of potential fire hazards and sometimes automatic fire prevention systems let us down. Fire sprinklers may be out of service or not work appropriately, fire alarms may fail, and there may be a higher risk of fire for various other reasons – such as bad wiring, flammable materials, or the equipment and activities taking place on-site. These kinds of factors can lead to dangerous situations if a fire were to break out unnoticed. However, with our fire watch services, we give you the best in fire prevention.
When Are Fire Watch Services Used
A fire watch officer may be necessary for any area or situation where “hot work” occurs. Examples of fire watch for hot work include work processes such as welding, brazing and cutting. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requires the presence of fire watchers in specific circumstances that pose a higher fire risk.
Permanent, temporary, or emergency fire watch services are also available to deploy immediately to emergencies at these sites:
- Apartment complexes
- Nursing homes
- Office buildings
- Hospitals
- Construction sites
- Schools and universities
- Special event sites
- Retail stores and shopping malls
- Business parks
What to Expect With Our Fire Watch Services
Before beginning our fire watch procedures, we will conduct a tour of your premises if necessary, setting up the patrol area as well as the property that needs our care. Following best practices and state laws, we also provide clients with full documentation of all the areas patrolled and our fire watch plan. During a fire watch, our fire guards stay on site until safety is confirmed. Our team utilizes a fire watch checklist to ensure sprinkler systems, smoke detectors, fire emergency alarm systems, and any other fire detection systems have been inspected, authorized by the fire marshal, and are fully operational.
The fire watch personell will perform these duties:
Observation: The officers will scan the location for potential fire threats to ensure early detection of a blaze before it spreads. At larger sites, they will conduct mobile patrols in vehicles.
Logging: As the officers make their rounds, they will record information that could be helpful in the organization’s fire prevention efforts. For instance, they can note potential fire hazards such as blocked emergency exits or a lack of fire extinguishers in a high-risk area.
Initiate emergency response: If a fire occurs, the officer will ensure the activation of all in-house fire system alarms and contact emergency services and the organization’s management team. If the fire is still managable the officer will initiate fire suppression operations.
Evacuation: If needed officers will assist people in safely exiting the building or site while following the predetermined evacuation plan.