There can be no shortcuts when it comes to protecting staff, visitors and physical assets from fire. Cutting corners could be catastrophic.
Having the correct equipment, training, safety measures and contingency plans in place can make a huge difference to the outcome of an emergency situation. If a fire severely damaged your business premises and equipment, could you realistically continue to provide your products and/or services? Would you lose customers? Could you end up losing your business?
The risk is real, particularly for small to medium-sized businesses. In the United States, the Federal Emergency Management Agency estimates that nearly 40% of small businesses close following a disaster. The Institute for Business and Home Safety estimates that once a business closes following a disaster, only 25% will ever reopen.
According to PreventionWeb, Australian businesses are subject to similar risks and statistics, meaning we should pay close attention to fire prevention and planning.
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