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<p>As a business owner you're legally required to have the correct [http://www.chubb.co.za/chubb-fire/fire-products/fire-extinguishers/ <strong>fire equipment</strong>] as well as a means of fire detection. It is also advisable to have fire suppression systems installed. You also need your fire equipment regularly tested, serviced and maintained by certified technicians. How compliant is your business?</p> <p>At Chubb Fire and Security we cover all aspects of fire protection for businesses. We have highly qualified technicians nationwide who install and maintain all makes of fire suppression systems.</p> <p>When you consider the cost of human life and property, it doesn't make financial sense to skimp on fire protection services. Your employees' safety is your responsibility and you may be held personally liable for any injury or death due to fire.</p> <p>That being said, fire safety shouldn't only be your concern. Every employee should work to ensure a safe working environment. Here are our tips for the whole office to prevent a fire.</p> <p><strong>Don't allow smoking indoors.</strong><br /> Even though smoking indoors is already illegal, this rule warrants repeating. Careless smoking causes fires, and should only ever happen outside.</p> <p><strong>Instruct all staff on where fire extinguishers are and how to use them.</strong><br /> It's a good idea have all your staff familiarized with fire extinguishers. So if a small fire does break out they can quickly deal with it, limiting danger and damage.</p> <p>Extinguishers should be easily accessible and stored in designated areas throughout the office or building. Our fire experts will not only be able to advise where best to place extinguishers they'll also offer one-on-one professional training.</p> <p><strong>Store hazardous materials in designated areas and handle with care.</strong><br /> If your office or plant uses hazardous material, store them in a safe area and handled with caution. Also establish emergency protocol in the event of an accident.</p> <p><strong>Clean up paper and clutter.</strong><br /> Even in the digital age, paper seems to clutter desks in every office. It's not always such a bad thing since some people work better with a bit of clutter, but it should be kept to a minimum as it is a fire hazard. Here is what you could do to help reduce your paper footprint.</p> <ul> <li>File a paper away that needs to be kept.</li> <li>Digitize your paperwork.</li> <li>Encourage employees to recycle and provide marked bins.</li> <li>Establish a paper pick-up schedule</li> </ul> <p><strong>Keep electronic equipment in proper working condition.</strong><br /> One of the leading causes of office fires tend to be electric malfunctions. Usually because office equipment isn't kept clean or allowed enough ventilation.</p> <p>At Chubb we install various types of fire detection and fire suppression systems, suitable for the particular application or environment.</p> <p>For more information about us or our services, contact us on 0861 002 211 or you can visit our website, [http://www.chubb.co.za www.chubb.co.za].</p>
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