Your facility could be shut down by the fire marshal if built-in fire safety systems stop working. Make sure you are fire code compliant – connect with Michigan’s most reliable fire watch company!
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You’ll need to deploy fire watch if your facility’s fire safety system suffers an outage, or if your team is conducting “Hot Work” like welding or torching at a job site without dedicated facilities for those tasks. Fire watch guards are often needed in a hurry, and Michigan-based organizations may struggle to find services that can deploy across the state quickly.
National Firewatch is expanding our fire watch services nationwide, assisting more communities in Michigan than most of our competitors. Our fire watch guards receive extensive training in all applicable fire codes to ensure your operation is safe and compliant. We’ll help you assess fire risks in real-time and prevent costly incidents from slowing down your operation.
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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 area
- 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 area
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.
The Best Fire Watch Solutions for Michigan
Fire codes require every building to have fire detection and suppression systems in place. When those systems fail, fire watch guards are required on-site to observe and report on fire risks. Guards are also needed if “Hot Work” such as welding or torching is being conducted at a job site that lacks the specific fire safety systems needed for those tasks. Failure to comply could result in forced evacuations and complex liabilities if fire watch guards are not deployed in time.
Despite the critical function that fire watch guards provide, many Michigan organizations do not have access to a reliable fire watch service provider. Our fire watch experts benefit from years of experience, helping you improve your overall risk profile by spotting hazards and safeguarding your critical assets. With over a decade of experience in Michigan, our guards can be at your job site within hours if you require:
- A fire watch partner that can reliably deploy to your facility’s location
- Additional supervision for “Hot Work” such as torching or welding
- Coverage for a fire detection system that is out of commission
- Fire risk assessment at a construction site
- Fire watch for a public event
In Michigan, We Provide Emergency and 24-Hour Fire Watch Services For:
- Retail Stores and Shopping Malls
- Schools and Universities
- Apartment Complexes
- Special Event Sites
- Industrial Facilities
- Construction Sites
- Nursing Homes
- Office Buildings
- Business Parks
- Hospitals
Contact National Firewatch Today
Our guards are the most experienced fire watch professionals in the industry, and are ready to provide fire watch coverage at your Michigan facility. Contact us now to ensure speedy deployment when guards are needed.
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