(BOUND BROOK, NJ,) Today, Tuesday, January 14, 2020, in response to a devastating 7 Alarm Fire at a new construction site in Bound Brook, NJ, Certified Site Safety, a woman-business enterprise (WBE) that specializes in Fire Safety Plans, Site Safety, and Construction Staffing Services issued the following reminder on the matter.
A massive 7 alarm fire at a new construction site in Bound Brook, NJ, provides a clear signal that fire safety is serious.
Fire safety is serious for new construction sites.
Fire safety is serious for property owners.
Fire safety is serious for tenants.
Fire safety is serious for municipalities and emergency service crews.
Initial reports indicate that the blaze started at a new construction site and the embers, literally, jumped across the street setting a totally different set of structures on fire. The cause remains unknown; however, the effect resulted in millions in damages, hundreds displaced, and thousands without power or rail transportation in the town.
Serious questions will intensify as the investigation for the cause of the fire gets underway.
It is obvious that something went horribly wrong and we all hope for the best to those who were harmed by this fast moving, large, dangerous fire.
As answers slowly emerge, according to the U.S. Department of Labor, here is a list of “8 Things You Need to Know” about fire safety requirements at construction sites:
- Written and Oral Fire Prevention Plans in the workplace and be made available to employees for review.
- List of All Major Fire Hazards including ignition sources.
- Specific Fire Safety Plans for listed hazards with corresponding procedures to mitigate fire risks.
- Site Safety Protocols for the proper handling and storage procedures for hazardous materials.
- Certified Fire Prevention Equipment necessary to control each major hazard.
- Procedures to Control Flammable and Combustible Materials on site and their safe disposal.
- Proof of Safeguard Maintenance on heat-producing equipment to prevent the accidental ignition of combustible materials.
- Accountability for Safety by Identifying Professionals who are Certified, Site Safety Professionals and responsible for maintaining equipment or fuel source hazards to prevent or control sources of ignition or fires.
“Active fire prevention is one of the best approaches to stopping a fire before it starts,” said Certified Site Safety Executive Vice President Denise Groneman. She added that, “New construction sites are required to have fire safety systems in place to limit the risk of fires and other threats. The Bound Brook Blaze reminds us that every little detail matters – from the site safety plan to the site safety professionals enforcing safety code compliance. Some take safety for granted. Corners cut are costly risks. Don’t get burned! Get Certified Site Safety to assist you in staying fire ready.”
Certified Site Safety extends its support to those impacted by the massive Bound Brook fire. We also offer our thanks to the emergency responders, particularly the brave firefighters who worked shoulder to shoulder with utility workers and police to shut down the fire and secure the area, especially since fire embers can travel miles and possibly start another fire hazard.
Get Certified Site Safety to assist you in resolving your safety concerns today.
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