Deploying Experienced & ReliableFire Watch Guards Across America
Our sister company, The Guard Alliance Inc, was founded in 2010 by a former security guard and mathematician who recognized the need for a guard force with superior training and experience, capable of deploying anywhere in the United States within hours. After over a decade of securing vital assets for clients across America, our founder noticed a growing need for a reliable fire watch service with a national presence.
National Firewatch was formed to rapidly deploy experienced fire watch security guards anywhere in America with minimal lead time. Our team leverages experience forged over a decade in the private security business, utilizing the same dedication and tools to help our clients minimize fire risk and ensure compliance at job sites across the United States.
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The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is the US-based non-profit organization that drafts fire codes used by most municipalities in the United States. NFPA guidelines require trained fire watch guards to be on-site when fire detection systems suffer an outage, or when “Hot Work” such as welding or torching is being conducted. Local fire marshals can order an evacuation of your facility if fire safety systems are inoperative for four hours or more. Failure to comply could lead to lengthy shutdowns, complex liability issues, or fire damage.
Organizations are often unaware of basic fire watch requirements, and can find themselves in need of fire watch guards on short notice. National Firewatch was founded to rapidly deploy expert fire watch security guards wherever they are needed. Since emergencies are unpredictable, it is highly recommended that facility managers partner with a reliable fire watch company before guards are needed on site.
National Firewatch is an essential part of our clients’ risk management strategies – ensuring
your personnel, property, and productivity are not jeopardized by fire safety system outages.
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Our Founder’s Story
Our CEO and Founder, Souleymane Ball, began his career as a security guard while studying mathematics. As a young immigrant, Souleymane founded a security company that maintains the highest standards of guard performance and professionalism in the industry. Over more than a decade, our team has grown to include hundreds of experienced security professionals serving communities across the United States by safeguarding commercial, residential, and industrial facilities.
Souleymane has always been dedicated to providing comprehensive security solutions – helping our clients manage risk by leveraging experience and spotting potential hazards before trouble arises. This dedication led to the integration of fire watch: an essential service that nonetheless lacks reliable providers in much of the United States. Using the existing infrastructure of our security guard company, Souleymane was able to incorporate fire watch guards into our national network for rapid deployments and 24/7 support.
National Firewatch was founded to provide dedicated fire watch security guard services to our existing clients, and to forge a national network of fire watch professionals ready to:
- Utilize superior training to reduce fire risk at our clients’ facilitiesÂ
- Supervise “hot work” such as welding, torching, or cuttingÂ
- Deploy anywhere in the United States within hours
- Ensure compliance with all applicable fire codesÂ
- Cover outages in fire safety systems
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When you’re ready to partner with a reliable fire watch service, National Firewatch is here to assist. Contact us now to ensure rapid deployment when guards are needed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Fire Watch Service?
Fire prevention systems are required by law. When these systems age or suffer damage, assets may be left unprotected. This could result in complex liabilities for system operators. A set of trained human eyes is the best way to cover gaps and mitigate fire risk.Fire watch guards are trained professionals who cover gaps in a facility’s fire detection systems. Our guards work in shifts for 24/7 coverage, patrolling sensitive areas and alerting authorities if fire risks are detected.
What Do Fire Watch Guards Do?
Fire watch guards identify potential fire threats and address them before they present a danger to key assets. Clients give us specific instructions based on the needs of each job site, and our fire watch professionals leverage their experience and training to improve overall safety outcomes. We also provide critical oversight for “hot work” that presents an inherent fire risk. An extra set of trained eyes ensures fire departments are contacted the moment a fire risk emerges.Contact us if you require a fire watch expert to:
- Oversee “hot work” such as welding, torching, or cutting in a high risk areaÂ
- Perform checks on fire safety systems such as alarms and sprinklers
- Identify hazards onsite that increase the risk of fire damage
- Patrol the premises during periods of heightened fire risk
- Cover any gaps in your facility’s fire detection system
- Coordinate with fire authorities in the areaÂ
When Are Fire Watch Guards Required by Law?
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) may require fire watch guards on site if your facility’s fire systems are not up to code. Outages must be reported to the fire department, fire watch personnel deployed, and irregularities fixed as soon as possible. Facility owners and operators may face complex liabilities if fire watch is not deployed.Guards are obliged to report any anomalies to the fire department to ensure the safety of everyone on site, as well as the wider community. Fire watch professionals should only be dismissed after municipal fire authorities have inspected the premises.
What Can I Expect from the Fire Marshal?
The duties and responsibilities of fire marshals vary slightly by region. Generally speaking, the marshall is the local authority for fire code enforcement, investigation, and public education.
You could face fines or shutdowns for violating minimum safety standards. Before enforcing these measures, the fire marshal may issue warnings depending on your region and the severity of noncompliance.
Exceeding safety standards protects employees, assets, and profitability. Hiring a fire watch guard will help prevent fines and create a safe workplace for everyone involved. Contact us for more information about our fire watch services.
What Happens When My Fire Detection System Fails?
If your fire detection or suppression system has shown any evidence of malfunction, contact National Firewatch immediately for fire watch guard coverage. Failure to deploy fire watch may result in fines or complex liability issues, not to mention loss of key assets from fire.Even if everything is functional today, we strongly encourage you to partner with a reliable fire watch service in Seattle before problems arise. Should outages occur, you’ll need to deploy guards within hours, and this can be difficult if you have no preexisting relationship with a fire watch service.
