If you own a home or business you know how devastating a fire can be. Not only do fires reduce profits by damaging property and increasing down-time, but they are a serious safety risk for you and others. Although not all fires can be prevented, there are measures you can take to improve safety and reduce fire hazards for your property. If you are going to safeguard your property from the dangerous and financially crippling effects of fires, you need to understand the merits of both fire prevention and fire protection tools and practices. But what is the difference between fire prevention and fire protection? Continue reading to understand the difference between the two and how to implement the best fire prevention and fire protection services
Fire Protection vs. Fire Prevention
Fire protection and fire prevention are both essential to keeping you and your property safe but they are subtly different. Fire prevention involves proactive steps taken to reduce fire hazards so that a fire does not have a chance to ignite. Examples of fire hazards include overloaded electrical sockets, dirty fireplaces, unattended burning candles, improperly stored flammable materials, and poorly maintained heat or electric systems. Fire prevention reduces these hazards through regular maintenance, inspection, and testing of the systems in your building. For example, in addition to adhering to Nation Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards and local fire codes, you should perform regular risk assessments to identify potential hazards and improve weak areas within the facility that pose a threat. You should have regular maintenance and testing scheduled with a professional to keep systems in working order. You, your staff, or your family should be well trained on fire prevention practices. In addition, personnel should be proficiently trained on the operation of fire protection systems. Fire protection systems are a series of components that work together to detect fires and mitigate the negative impacts. Fire protection includes alarms, suppression systems, sprinkler systems, extinguishers, and any technology that allows you to alert people or monitor the fire. Licensed and trained professionals like those at Marco Protection Systems LLC.. can provide the appropriate fire protection services for your individual property.
Why you Need Fire Protection and Prevention
Do you have your heating system regularly inspected but don’t know the last time you’ve checked the fire extinguishers? If so, you are neglecting your fire protection and require fire protection services. Do you feel confident your building is up to code on the amount and location for fire alarms but your staff is not trained on fire prevention strategies? If so, you are missing an integral component of fire safety. Both fire protection and prevention are necessary for your safety and security. Fire prevention is essential to limit risks and reduce hazards that could potentially start fires. However, not all fires can be prevented and risks are almost never entirely eliminated. For that reason, fire protection is also necessary. Fire protection can mitigate the devastating impacts of fire once one has ignited. Fire protection services such as installation of a fire suppression system, routine fire protection system maintenance, and required fire protection system inspection are integral parts of an effective fire protection strategy.
Fire prevention and fire protection are extremely important but can also be complicated with so many moving parts. That’s why it’s important to choose a fire protection service provider that is knowledgeable and experienced. A licensed group like Marco Protection Systems LLC. can perform fire protection services including the installation, maintenance, and inspection of fire protection components and systems. Marco understands the importance of safeguarding property and maintaining safety and can help you decide on the best fire protection systems and tools for your property. Marco also knows how overwhelming the process can be and can guide you through the inspection process and manage the paperwork. In addition, Marco’s NICET certified technicians can diagnose and fix any issues with existing fire protection systems if one is already installed. Marco understands what’s necessary to prevent and protect your property from fire. Contact Marco today to request a quote and learn how to safeguard your property today.