Fire Hose Reel
Fire Hose Reels available from Safequip enhances the operational processes when it comes to fire servicing equipment. A fire hose reel is predominantly used for controlling fires in high-risk environments which could include schools, offices, factories, or hotels for example.
This article will focus on the typical 10 common mistakes that could be made with your fire hose reel:
- Not placing the fire hose in a strategically positioned place. If the fire hose reel is not placed in an easily accessible place for individuals to use, it may impact the damage of the fire extent and cause more damage.
- Not replacing or controlling the supply of the fire retardant such as water or foam after being utilized
- Inspecting the fire hose reel infrequently. It would be important to consistently monitor and maintain the fire hose reel and identify any potential issues that could impact its functionality of the fire hose reel.
- Not investing in a high-quality fire hose cover. This is particularly useful for maintaining the durability of the fire hose reel, seeing that there is the extreme exposure to the elements such as bad weather and the potential for certain parts to have wear and tear.
- Not conforming to industry standards related to the regulations of the premises.
- Having a loosely fitted fire hose reel. If the fire hose reel is poorly fitted could prove to be a hazard to individuals and contractors
- Not investing in a spring retractable hose reel. This could be detrimental if a user is unable to wind the hose back and forth to the designated area
- Keeping the fire hose reel in an area that is susceptible to corrosion or extreme moisture temperature conditions.
- Not using a pivot bracket to increase the range of the reel.
- Not having specific instructions for individuals when using the fire hose reel.
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