8 Fire Safety Tips from the Studio Protector
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Friday, October 01, 2010
Fire Prevention Week was October 3-9 so this is a good time to focus on some basic fire safety tips for the studio. Here are 8 fire safety tips from the Studio Protector: The Artists' Guide to Emergencies:
1. Install dual-sensor fire alarms in studio if you do not already have them
2. Test alarms frequently, the most common cause of failure is dead batteries. Replace batteries in spring and fall
3. Be sure you have adequate fire extinguishers located near each exit.
4. Be sure location of fire extinguishers are properly marked
5. Do a monthly "quick check" of extinguishers:
a. Check to see that extinguishers are in their proper places
b. Check to be sure extinguishers are not blocked or hidden
c. Check to see that the extinguishers are properly charged - the gauges are in the "green zone"
d. Have extinguishers serviced annually
6. Know how to use your fire extinguisher
7. Have an emergency escape plan - post it in visible locations
8. Limit quantities of flammable liquids and store them in fire-approved containers and cabinets
For more information on Fire Safety for the Studio and information on how to use a fire extinguisher, click here.