Fireproofing your business, why is it Important?

What can fire protection help with? 

First and foremost, fire protection is about protecting your business from the risks associated with potential fires. Effective fire protection reduces the risk of personal injury, loss of valuable equipment and protects your business against unwanted business interruptions. 

Companies that have prioritised their fire protection also show responsibility towards their employees and surroundings. It can contribute to building a good reputation and trust with customers, business partners and other stakeholders. 

A fire can also have serious financial consequences for a company. In addition to damage to property and equipment, a fire can lead to the complete or partial shutdown of the business, which can result in loss of revenue and customers. Rebuilding and re-establishing the company after a fire can be costly and have major negative consequences for the company's future. 

How can you fireproof your company? 

There are several different ways in which you can fireproof your business. The most important thing is to have a professional approach to fire safety and to follow the relevant guidelines and recommendations. Here are some of the most important actions you can take: 

Install fire protection equipment: This includes a wide range of different fire-fighting equipment such as fire extinguishers, fire blankets, smoke alarms and other fire-fighting equipment. It is important to have the necessary equipment in place and ensure that it is in good condition and maintained regularly. 

Create a fire safety plan: Prepare a contingency plan that describes how to handle a fire in the company. It may include, for example, evacuation procedures, location of fire extinguishers and communication channels in the event of a fire. 

Train your employees: It is important that all employees are aware of fire safety and know what to do in the event of a fire. Give them thorough training in fire safety and evacuation procedures. 

Fire protection is primarily about how you, as a business owner, can protect your company, employees and customers against the risk of fire. Some of the most important tools are the passive fire extinguishing equipment itself, but for most companies, their total fire protection solution will also include other systems, such as automatic fire alarms, smoke alarms, ventilation systems, etc. 

Would you like to hear more about fire protection for your company? 

Regardless of whether you have a small or large business, Securitas can help you secure it in the best possible way against fire. We are experts in effective fire protection with both fire technical electronic fire solutions and passive extinguishing solutions for private and public companies. 

We understand the technical measures and legal requirements in the area and have our own certified technicians to both install and service your fire protection. Contact us on for a non-binding risk assessment and advice. 

Five primary benefits of fire protection: 

• Increases safety and security for your employees 

• Protects your company's assets, inventory and premises 

• Reduces the risk of operational interruptions 

• Enables quick resumption of business after an incident 

• Makes it possible to limit or stop an emerging fire