November Fire Safety Month | Office & Workplace Fire Prevention: 5 Things to Check This Month
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November Fire Safety Month | Office & Workplace Fire Prevention: 5 Things to Check This Month
With winter approaching and the use of heating and electric appliances increasing, please check the fire preparedness of your offices and workplaces in November. We have compiled a list of tasks for those in charge to verify, ranging from emergency exits and firefighting equipment that are usually overlooked to this year's drill records.
The core of this article
- Check emergency exits, fire extinguishers, heating appliances, emergency contact networks, and drill records.
- Please manage the discovered issues by setting a schedule for action with the person in charge.
- After an accident, we prepare psychological support for employees along with physical safety.
5 things to check on-site this month
The inspection does not end with finding the problem. You must determine the department responsible for the action and the completion date together, and double-check that it has been resolved.
| Inspection items | Things to verify on-site | Follow-up measures |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency exits and evacuation routes | Check if boxes or fixtures are blocking the passageway and if employees know the nearest emergency exit. | We will clear the accumulated debris and re-guide the evacuation route. |
| Fire extinguishers and firefighting equipment | Check the location, appearance, and maintenance markings. Also, check if the pressure gauge on the fire extinguisher is within the normal range. | Report any abnormalities or damage to the facility and fire safety manager. |
| Electric heating appliances and power strips | Check personal heater usage standards, excessive connections, and wire damage. | Stop using the abnormal device and request an inspection from the relevant department. |
| Emergency contact network | Check if the change in person and the night/holiday contact channels have been reflected. | Organize so that employees can easily see where to report and contact. |
| Training and education records | Check the records of training and education conducted this year and their results, as well as the remaining schedule. | We inspect the building's fire safety manager, person in charge, implementation schedule, and record keeping. |
Also check the fire drill schedule and records.
The person responsible for a fire safety management target facility must conduct fire drills and education for employees, etc., at least once a year, record the results in a logbook, and keep it for two years. Article 37 of the Fire Prevention Act , Article 36 of the Enforcement Rules of the same Act Please check with the building's fire safety manager whether our workplace has implemented this year.
If you have already completed the training, check where the implementation dates, participation details, and results records are stored. If you have not yet proceeded, schedule the remaining time with the person in charge and inform the staff how to participate.
So that employees can check their understanding of fire prevention and initial response National Fire Agency Online Fire Survival Self-Diagnosis You can also share it together.
Evacuation and contact instructions that staff can check immediately
Instead of relying solely on internal emails, please also utilize on-site bulletin boards and designated viewing times. Shift workers and new employees must be aware of evacuation routes and reporting procedures.
A short guide to share with employees
Please join us for the November fire prevention inspection. Do not stack objects in front of emergency exits and passageways, and report any abnormalities found in fire extinguishers, heating appliances, etc., to the facilities and safety department.
Please also check the evacuation routes, assembly points, and internal emergency contact methods for your workplace in advance. In the event of a fire, ensure your safety and call 119.
Please also consider the employees' feelings after an accident.
Employees who have experienced or witnessed a fire or accident may feel anxious or have difficulty sleeping even after their safety is ensured. Please guide them to choose counseling whenever needed, not only on the day of the accident but also afterwards.
Rather than requiring employees to disclose details of their experiences of harm, it is better to inform them of channels where they can seek help individually. Also, look into counseling methods that are easily accessible and tailored to their work location and shift schedules.
Nudge EAP operates emergency psychological support by setting up a counseling room near the workplace after an accident and having counselors support employees. Emergency psychological support case involving the operation of an on-site counseling center You can refer to the actual support method at.
In the event of a fire or a life-threatening situation, calling 119 and emergency response come first. EAP is support that helps employees recover mentally after emergency rescue and medical intervention.
Materials to refer to together
- Starting an Office Workplace Risk Assessment
- Record Sheet for Internal Crisis Response Contact Network Mock Inspection Results
- Points to consider when adding a personal mobile phone number to the emergency contact list
Please prepare psychological support channels in advance of the accident.
If you organize consultation channels, on-site support scope, and contact methods for relevant personnel in advance according to your workplace location and work style, you can quickly identify the information to be provided after an accident.
Inquiry regarding Nudge EAP implementation and emergency psychological support
Source and Verification Criteria
Article 37 of the Act on the Prevention of Fire and Safety Management · Article 36 of the Enforcement Rules of the same Act · National Fire Agency Online Fire Survival Self-Diagnosis
Date of legal verification: November 3, 2026. Fire Safety Month is held in November; please check the guidance from the competent fire department for regional events and schedules.
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