ESSENTIAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR BUSINESSES IN SOUTH AFRICA UTILISING THE NFPA FIRE & LIFE SAFETY ECOSYSTEM

ESSENTIAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR BUSINESSES IN SOUTH AFRICA UTILISING THE NFPA FIRE & LIFE SAFETY ECOSYSTEM   

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While the NFPA Fire & Life Safety Ecosystem has responsibilities in their framework for government & policymakers, the NFPA framework was adapted & adopted with South African businesses in mind to ensure the reduction of loss.  

YNGOVERNMENT, DEVELOPMENT OF USE OF CODES & REFERENCED STANDARDS
Are you aware which fire safety codes and standards your building needs to adhere to? 
If not, contact Elite Fire Protection.
Does your business have an existing fire safety management tool in place? 
If not, have a look at the Elite Fire Safety Management Tool on our website and adapt it to your own workspace.
YNINVESTMENT IN SAFETY
Is fire protection/safety prioritized in your workspace?
Is your building adequately protected against a fire with a fire sprinkler system, and/or fire detection, or fire equipment?
Does your business have insurance in the event of a fire?
YNSKILLED WORKFORCE
 Is your company utilizing skilled and experienced Fire Protection companies?
Has your business identified and appointed fire marshals in your workplace? 
Have fire marshals received training?
YNCODE COMPLIANCE 
Are fire safety codes being enforced or followed by your business organization or property owner?
Are fire equipment and/or systems being serviced regularly at required intervals?  
If not, call Elite Fire today for your Service Level Agreement (SLA).
YNPREPAREDNESS AND EMERGENCY RESPONSE 
Does your building allow for safe evacuation in the event of a fire? 
Is time being put aside for fire drills to take place in your workplace?  
Do your fire marshals know What to do in the Event of a Fire?
YNINFORMED PUBLIC
Have employees been educated on dangers posed by hazards in the workplace and how to best avoid them?
Have considerations been put into place for employees with disabilities?

While fire protection systems & codes may seem complicated, allow Elite Fire Protection to take the hassle over & make it easier for you. 

Call Elite Fire Protection today!  

Landline: 087 741 3517    Email: info@elitefire.co.za