Do your Tenants need a Fire Extinguisher?

 Fire extinguishers are an essential fire safety tool that all buildings should have in place. Whether you own a residential or commercial building, it’s crucial to have fire extinguishers on hand in case of a fire. But what if your tenants don’t have fire extinguishers? How can you ensure your tenants are safe in the case of a fire? A few different options may be available to you.

Why Don’t My Tenants Have Fire Extinguishers?


Whether a landlord must supply their tenants with a fire extinguisher depends on the laws and regulations where the building is established. It also depends on the type of building, such as residential or commercial. Landlords may not have to offer each tenant a fire extinguisher inside their apartment, but they likely have to make these items available in the common areas of the building. Local fire regulations include detailed information on the types and number of fire extinguishers needed in construction and the placement of these items.


Fire Extinguishers


If your tenants don’t have a fire extinguisher in their room, what are your options to make it more likely that your tenants have these fire safety tools available? Here are a few options:


  • Provide fire extinguishers to your tenants: If your tenants don’t have fire extinguishers in their rented premises, offer them these essential fire safety items. This way, your tenants have access to a fire extinguisher should they need it and don’t have to find it or go to buy it from the market.
  • Explain the importance of fire extinguishers to tenants: You should emphasize the importance of having this fire safety equipment in reach should a fire occur. Your tenants may feel more secure about having a fire extinguisher once they hear the facts.
  • Offer fire safety alternatives: You can offer fire safety alternatives to your tenants, such as information and helpful tips on keeping the premises safe from fire and what you should do in case of a fire breakout.

Ensure the safety of your tenants by informing them of the importance of fire extinguishers, and fire safety can help you with the rest.

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