As an aid to helping scrap recycling facilities develop strategies for reducing the risks of fire, the Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries (ISRI) released a new electronic publication, Creating a Fire Prevention and Management Plan. The book was developed by fire science, insurance, and scrap recycling industry professionals. It is meant to be used as a guidance document to help business owners, operators, and EHS professionals better understand and mitigate potential risks before they become bigger problems.
“The Creating a Fire Prevention and Management Plan is a terrific resource for any scrap processing operation seeking guidance on preparing a plan,” said Scott Wiggins, vice president of environment, health and safety for ISRI. “This guidance document provides information on how to prepare a fire prevention plan, fight incipient stage fires, and to be prepared in the event of a crisis management scenario. Even if your facility has an existing plan, this is a valuable tool to help you review your operations and make any necessary improvements.”
Creating a Fire Prevention and Management Plan serves as a living document, and ISRI plans to review and update it at least once every year. While the document does provide a detailed, and scalable overview of developing a plan, each site is different. Plans should be prepared according to the type and size of the facility, and depending on the size, not all suggestions may be appropriate.