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JANUARY 2018
Being proactive and establishing a positive relationship with your local/state fire marshal will, in most cases, result in a cooperative exchange of ideas and information
Security plans are going to vary from company to company based on a number of factors, including location. “If your facility is isolated from other businesses or residences, you might have a certain level of security,” observed Brad. However, if a business is located in an urban area with buildings located nearby on abutting property, the implications of a fire are much more significant, and fire officials are “probably going to want to see a higher level of security.” The important thing, he added, is to document security measures.
Brad urged companies to find out what code applies to them, then invite a code or fire inspector to review the company’s plant and operations, and get into compliance as quickly as possible. He also asked companies to consider being an advocate for fire safety.
He also pointed to the importance of developing a favorable relationship with code inspectors, not an adversarial one. “Most fire marshals want to work with building owners, especially those that show a desire to operate their business in a fire safe manner,” he noted. Fires at pallet companies get noticeable attention in the news media because they can be severe. Code and fire officials are aware of them, said Brad.
Security plans are going to vary from company to company based on a number of factors, including location
“Three years ago, the NWPCA made a long-term commitment to enhance fire code safety within the industry, and we’re doing our best to educate the industry on best fire code safety practices. Following the guidelines contained in the “NWPCA Fire Code Compliance Manual” allows our industry to build safety programs that prevent fires from starting, mitigate against their spread, and protect the life safety of workers, first responders and our communities.” The industry’s success in improving fire safety and reducing fires “hinges on all of us coming together and working toward a common goal,” said Brad. “Good stewardship of fire safety at your facility helps the entire industry.” Proactively obtaining buy-in and cooperation throughout the entire industry was the single most important point Brad said he wanted to stress.