Fire Risks in Manufacturing Facilities
Manufacturing facilities are the source of hundreds of important products, from the cars we drive to the cans for our beverages. However, making these products can come with many dangers for manufacturing workers, including a high risk of fires in manufacturing facilities. In manufacturing facilities, some common fire hazards include:
- “Hot work” like welding, brazing, cutting, and grinding
- Overheated machinery
- Electrical equipment, such as wiring or circuit breakers
- Machinery or operations that uses combustible hydraulic fluids or other flammable liquids
When a fire breaks out in a manufacturing facility, workers can suffer injuries like burns and respiratory issues from smoke inhalation. They may also suffer injuries like broken bones, lacerations, or even traumatic brain injuries while trying to evacuate the building, especially if inadequate safety policies or designs hinder their ability to safely and quickly leave the warehouse. If a manufacturing facility fails to have proper or well-maintained fire-prevention systems, such as smoke detectors or sprinklers, it also greatly increases the risk of employee injury or death during a fire.
Due to fire risks, it can be difficult to find the right Workers’ Compensation coverage for your clients in the manufacturing industry. At PEO Insurance Brokers Network, we help agents find homes for their manufacturing industry clients or other clients in high-risk industries. We provide Workers’ Compensation coverage to businesses in need, no matter the risk, and help agents find the best PEO coverage and savings for their insured. To learn how we can help you find coverage for your manufacturing industry clients,please reach out to receive a quote.
