You’ve got the signage and fire extinguishers covered, but what’s about the rest of what goes into a fire prevention plan?

In this episode, Joe and Jen grab their coffee and talk about the fire prevention plan gaps they see in real plants, mills, and farms/ag operations. From maintenance routines to contractors showing up ready to start their hot work while you're trying to get production running, everyday decisions can leave more room for trouble than you'd initially think.

With Joe’s fire protection background, stories from the field, and a little back-and-forth, we’re looking beyond the file folders at what it takes to make that fire prevention plan effective. Because we’d all prefer that the building not be on fire.

Key Points

Preventive maintenance: Are we checking the right things during inspections?

Contractors, hot work permits, and the “just sign here” factor.

Why you may need more than one fire watch.

Smoking areas, flammable storage, and overlooked everyday risks can bite you when you least expect it.

Who’s managing the plan, and have they had any training or background in the subject?

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