The importance of Marine and IMO safety signs
Working in any kind of environment comes with pros and cons, but some professions are more hazardous than others. To ensure employees are always kept safe, employers need to take every possible measure to ensure that their staff aren’t in harm’s way. In the marine and maritime industry, there are several ways this can be accomplished – marine IMO safety signs are one of them.
Different types of firefighting hoses
Firefighters are some of the toughest emergency responders on the planet. Besides fighting merciless infernos, they have pledged themselves to saving lives, no matter the circumstances. There are several tools they use to accomplish this, tools that can also be used by regular citizens like you and I. This blog focuses on one such tool, the fire hose.
How to clean up Fire Extinguisher Residue
Dry chemical fire extinguishers utilize firefighting agents such as monoammonium phosphate, sodium bicarbonate and potassium bicarbonate. These leave behind a corrosive powder, so it’s essential to clean up dry chemical fire extinguisher residue quickly, especially if it has been in contact with metal surfaces.
Important Fire Safety tips
- In case of a fire, immediately call the Fire Brigade, and never assume somebody has already done so.
- When you notice a fire, activate your building’s fire alarms and shout out, “FIRE” at the top of your voice to alert others. Do not yell anything else: it could cause others to take longer to realize the seriousness of the situation
Uses of different fire hose types
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We manufacture and distribute the highest calibre of photo luminescent marine,firefighting equipment and emergency evacuation signage. more…
3 differences between Marine Safety Equipment and Firefighting Equipment
Dockland Supplies offers a comprehensive range of Marine Safety Equipment and Firefighting Equipment.
To differentiate between Marine Safety Equipment and Firefighting Equipment is to identify the core operational purpose of each equipment component. more…
What are the safety regulations regarding fire equipment in offices?
In just a short space of time, a small fire can become completely out of control and turn into a major emergency. There are few jobs in the world that compare to the dangers a firefighter has to face, especially within companies who deal with flammable material on a daily basis. It is, therefore, critical to have the right type of fire equipment in your work environment, but most importantly, you must have a thorough understanding of the safety regulations when dealing with fire equipment. more…
Tips on how to prevent fires
Fire hazard is one of the most dangerous and damaging risks at home and in the work environment. In this blog, we would like to look at some ways on how to prevent fire in your home or business. Few people recognize every fire hazard, but your family’s safety may depend on it. Here are some ways that you can ‘fire-proof’ your home or workplace: more…
