Fire protection is a key element of every risk management plan. A fire in your business is potentially a catastrophic event. Fires often result in prolonged business interruption and even insolvency. The purpose of a fire protection program is to minimize both the probability of occurrence and the consequences of a fire.

An employer must inform employees upon initial assignment to a job of the fire hazards to which they are exposed. An employer must also review with each employee those parts of the fire prevention plan necessary for self-protection.

Employers should train workers about fire hazards in the workplace and about what to do in an emergency. If a company wants workers to evacuate, they should train them on how to escape.

Time and time again examples can be found where improper evacuation of a facility has resulted in injury and death to people. Employers should create a workable evacuation plan and test it as frequently as necessary to ensure workers are familiar with and proficient at it's implementation and execution.

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