The annual cost of fire (not including forest fires) in Canada is approximately $6 billion or 1.25% of the GDP; of which $2.5 billion is fire losses and $3.5 billion is the cost of fire protection. 15% of all property fires occur in the workplace. Approximately 600 persons die in fires every year, with many times that number of serious injuries. Hence, all employers must by law have a fire evacuation program and all employees are to be trained on the program at least semi-annually. Further, employers are to ensure that at least one time per year a fire drill is conducted and employees are trained on safe evacuation. Finally, it is always a solid idea to ensure that there is fire suppression training; whether because it is legislated or because it is important to protect your employees. The fact is that all buildings are required to have fire extinguishers but using a fire extinguisher is not a matter of common sense. There is a correct way to use a fire extinguisher and less effective ways to use a fire extinguisher. Protect your employees, meet obligations under law! To receive additional information, please complete the form below:
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