In many professions, there is what's commonly known as 'best practices.' As you can probably guess, there are certain ways of doing things in a particular field that are considered the best tried-and-true methods. These methods are known to provide the best outcomes in a particular industry. This is true in the field of flameproofing as well. There are ways of practicing flameproofing that give the best results. As someone responsible for a business and all that takes place under your roof, it's a smart idea for you to be acquainted with the best practices in flameproofing, when your building is being treated.
So, the next question logically follows: what should I be on the lookout for when my place of business is being treated with flame repellents? The practices listed below have been designated as best methods for flameproofing, and this is exactly what you should be watching for when having your business location serviced for fireproofing:
1. Once an item has been flameproofed and soaked or coated with flame repellents, it should be given 24 hours to dry completely. Once it's dry, it should then be tested for flame resistance. If an item is tested too quickly, it may not yield accurate results and therefore fail the flame test, which only prolongs the process.
2. Even though an object has been determined to be inherently non-combustible or has already received fireproofing treatments, it still needs to undergo a flame test to ensure that is truly is flame resistant. According to the FDNY, it is wise for the business owner to be on site to witness the flame test being performed by the C-15 Certificate of Fitness holder.
3. A business owner should make sure that the flameproofing company furnishes instructions on how to care for the items once they have been flameproofed. Certain rules apply to items that have been handled by washing, dry-cleaning, etc after they have been fireproofed. Most of the time, those items will need to be treated again or their effectiveness will be jeopardized. In addition to that, the flameproofing affidavit typically necessitates a retreatment once handled.
4. Any fireproofing company that you hire should be well-educated and frequently check in with the FDNY website. The FDNY posts all the best information there and often updates it with the newest information and regulations. You should inquire as to whether or not the company you hire is diligent to be kept up to date with information distributed by the FDNY.
5. As a business owner, you should be informed by the flameproofing company as to the limitations of flameproofing. They should educate you as to what flameproofing really means (Mistakenly, many think that flameproofing an item means it can never catch fire. However, what it really means is that an item will burn at a slower rate and it will not contribute to the spread of a fire. By having items fireproofed, the public is provided more time to vacate the premises safely, and it gives firefighters a chance to safely put out the fire.)
At Certified Flameproofing, we are committed to following the best practices set forth by the FDNY. Not only do we adhere to our requirements as C-15 Certificate of Fitness holders, we go above and beyond to be well-educated and practice all the recommendations outlined by the FDNY. By sharing this information with you, we gladly hold ourselves accountable to these high standards.
As industry leaders for over 60 years in the business, Certified Flameproofing has been providing outstanding service to the entire Metro NYC area. We are dedicated to keeping NYC safe from the threat of fires. We would be happy to discuss a plan with you to meet all of your flameproofing needs. Please call us today for a free, no-obligation estimate: 800-590-5530.