The task of having your business location flameproofed is a vital, potentially life-saving one, one that requires careful research. These critical procedures should not be entrusted to just any flameproofing company. The FDNY has outlined certain regulations in regards to both the process that must be followed as well as the qualifications of the ones performing the flameproofing treatments. As a business owner, there are certain things you want to look for when choosing a flameproofing outfit to treat the required objects on-site at your facility. The difference in choosing well could possibly be the difference between life and death in the unfortunate incident of a fire.
The first thing you want to look for is a C-15 Certificate of Fitness. A licensed flameproofing company needs to have this document in their possession, and essentially, it is the required authorization from the FDNY to perform flameproofing treatments. Additionally, only a C-15 Certificate of Fitness holder can issue flameproofing affidavits to business owners, which is a requirement from the FDNY for their business to be operational.
In order for a fireproofing company to meet the standards required to keep their Certificate of Fitness current, certain things must be done a particular way during the flameproofing process. First, the company to whom the Certificate of Fitness is issued must actually perform the flameproofing treatments itself or personally supervise the treatments. They are not able to sub-contract or outsource this task to another company.
Another thing the flameproofing company is required to do itself and not outsource is the field flame test. This test is on items that have been treated, and it ensures that the materials that have been soaked or coated in fire retardants are actually flame resistant. They also are responsible for treating any items that did not pass the flame test an additional time, until they do pass the test.
A quality flameproofing company will also stand behind the flameproofing affidavit issued to a business owner. As this document cannot be distributed to a business until all treated items pass the flame test, a quality flameproofing company will be sure all items pass, since a falsely issued affidavit will not only damage their standing as a C-15 Certificate of Fitness holder but actually put lives in danger.
Lastly, a quality fireproofing outfit will guarantee that the chemicals used for the flameproofing treatements are approved by the FDNY. These chemicals are water-based and non-toxic, assuring the safety of those who come in contact with the treated materials.
Bronx Flameproofing has been industry experts in the flameproofing field for 60 years. We proudly guarantee all of our work and adhere to all meticulous regulations put forth by the FDNY. We are passionate about keeping the Bronx and all of NYC protected from fires. As a quality flameproofing company, we will ensure your business is expertly flameproofed and safe from fire. Please call us today for a free, no-obligation estimate: 800-594-0117.