Top 3 Ways a Broken Fire Lane Can Turn Into a Major Liability

Imagine a crackling inferno ripping through your industrial facility. Panic explodes as alarms blare and every second counts. At that moment, the last thing you want is a fire lane with broken concrete and major potholes.

Emergency Response on Hold

A fire lane is meant to provide quick access for emergency personnel at all times. If an ambulance or fire truck driver has to navigate around large potholes, it could slow or impede their progress to the site of the blaze.

It's important to note that this applies to other emergencies besides fire. In any type of accident or security incident where first responders need to take quick action, you want that fire lane to be in great shape so that you can get help as quickly as possible.

Liabilities on Fire

As a large company, you’ve always got a lawsuit target on your back. People assume your company has lots of money, and they are more than willing to take you to court in an effort to cash in.

If an employee or employee’s family member can make the case that the poor condition of your fire lane caused delays to first responders, you could be looking at a substantial settlement. In cases where multiple employees are involved, it could become a massive settlement.

Keep in mind that any accident from a poorly maintained fire lane could also come back to bite you. A forklift hitting a pothole and capsizing or even an absent-minded employee twisting their ankle could result in lawsuits or additional employee compensation.

Code Violation Fines

Cities require fire lanes to be kept in good repair. Failure to do so could result in a “friendly” visit from your local code enforcement officer and annoying fines. For instance, in the city of Dallas, fire lanes must be maintained in good condition, free of cracks, potholes, or uneven surfaces that could create trip hazards or impede vehicle access.

Taking Proactive Steps

Rather than waiting for disaster to strike, be proactive in maintaining your fire lane. Here at EW Enterprise, we offer several different ways to repair your concrete fire lane. 

If your fire lane is aging and cracked, but not severely broken, we have an excellent concrete restoration system available. At half the cost of tear out and replacement, it is a cost-effective way to extend the life of your fire lane for decades to come.

If your fire lane is in very poor condition, we offer a full concrete tear-out and replacement service.

Rest easy, knowing your fire lane is helping to keep your employees, vendors, and customers safe.

Contact us today for a quote on your fire lane repair.