Accidents and natural disasters are nearly impossible to predict. However, you can take a few emergency precautions to help ensure the safety of your family or employees. From emergency and exit lighting to fire extinguishers and sprinkler systems, GMW Fire Protection in Anchorage, AK, has been helping to protect people all over Alaska for over 15 years.  

Most homeowners and business owners know basic methods of fire protection, such as fire alarms and  fire extinguishers. While these tools are essential for detecting and putting out a small fire, they can’t do much to help your family or employees exit a building quickly.  

The next step in residential and commercial fire protection is to install emergency and exit lighting. Should a storm knock out power, or if a more catastrophic disaster strikes, you will need a clear path out of the building. A bold “EXIT” sign with an arrow pointing in the direction of the nearest way out leaves little room for error and confusion in a dangerous situation.

Once your lighting is installed, be sure to test the external lighting source routinely to make sure everything will work if power is lost during an emergency. Failing to do this could result in a failed inspection, or a more dangerous situation that leaves your family or employees searching for an exit.

Along with emergency and exit lighting, GMW Fire Protection recommends installing a sprinkler system to further protect your home or business. Visit them online or call at (907) 336-5000 to learn how their experienced technicians can help you with residential and commercial fire protection.