Important Storage Cabinet Considerations During Fire Hose Inspections
The mere presence of a fire hose is not enough to ensure fire safety. Regular inspections of the fire hose need to be performed to ensure that it will adequately serve its purpose in the event of a fire.
If a fire hose is housed in a cabinet, it's as important to inspect the cabinet as it is to look over the hose apparatus itself during inspections. The following are a few safety considerations for ensuring that the fire hose cabinet won't create obstacles or hazards when a fire hose needs to be accessed during an emergency situation: