Evaluating Your Fire Protection Plan — By Michael Davis of Dimensional Building Consultants —


ur rainy winters help reduce overall fire danger but the need for an effective fire prevention plan is always in season.


Fall is a great time to discuss the structure of a comprehensive safety plan and debunk common myths around fire loss prevention.


In kitchens, heat sources and flammable ingredients conspire to add unexpected excitement to your day.


Common Combustion Culprits


Residential fires often have similar origins. The short list of worst offenders includes kitchens, where open flames, multiple heat sources, and flammable ingredients conspire to add unexpected excitement to your day. In your laundry room, a clogged dryer vent can harbor lint and other substances prone to ignition, while frayed cables and cords


12 Community Associations Journal | October 2022


throughout your home and office lurk in the shadows ready to wreak havoc. Regular inspection and cleaning of the areas in and around appliances can alert you to potential problems in time to avoid disaster.


Frayed electrical cables and cords lurk in the shadows ready to wreak havoc.


In designing your comprehensive training and education plan it’s important to keep in mind the common myths and misunderstandings surrounding fire safety. The partial list includes:


Sprinkler systems are maintenance-free.


Sprinkler systems are the silent sentries in most structures, often standing watch for years without being noticed or needed. However, even the most robust systems need


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