If your business’s fire alarm goes off, you want to know exactly what to do to keep your employees safe and sound. Be prepared with these emergency exit route planning tips from Detect-All Security. They are experts at keeping Cincinnati, OH, homes and businesses protected and prepared with the latest innovations in security and alarm systems. Their knowledgeable staff is committed to guiding clients through the ins-and-outs of emergency planning with care and professionalism.

Here, they share the four “P’s” of good exit routes:

• Permanent: The last thing you want when the fire alarm goes off is for your emergency exit route to be out of date. Make sure your exit is a permanent part of your business, so employees always know exactly where to go should a situation arise. Be mindful during construction or repairs to ensure exit routes remain clear.
• Plentiful: The number of exits your business requires depends on how many people may need to use them. Exit routes must be able to accommodate the maximum occupancy for each floor they serve.
• Passable: Exit routes are useless if they can’t be quickly and easily navigated. Be sure your routes are free of obstructions and that there are no locked doors along the way. Clearly marking exits, removing confusing signage, and posting directions to the route will also help employees and customers stay safe in an emergency.
• Protective: When the fire alarm is going off, you want to be sure your exit is going to put a solid barrier between you and the flames. To this end, exits must be separated from other parts of the workplace with fire-resistant materials. Be sure to maintain this important shield by regularly renewing fire-retardant paints and solutions.

For advice on fire and other emergency precautions, trust the safety and security professionals at Detect-All Security. Visit their website to learn more about their fire alarm installation and security services, or call (513) 528-7700 to talk about your business’s needs today.