Introduction to Exit Routes & Fire Protection

Millions of people are employed in the United States working outside of the home. Employers have a responsibility to keep their employees safe from hazards, such as fire. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) created 29 CFR 1910 Subparts E and L to outline guidelines for protecting workers from fire hazards. Protective measures include the use of exit routes, a fire prevention plan, and detection and suppression systems. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standard provides information about how employers can take protective measures against fire through the use of measures, such as:

• Compliance with the National Fire Protection Association NFPA) Life Safety Code
• Meeting design and construction requirements for exit routes
• Adhering to requirements for maintenance, safeguards, and operational features for exit routes
• Creating emergency action plans
• Creating fire prevention plans
• Forming a fire brigade
• Implementing fire suppression and detection systems

By adhering to OSHA 29 CFR 1910 Subparts E and L, employers contribute to a safer work environment.

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