Space Heaters in the Workplace

1/12/2022 (Permalink)

Space heater warming an office space

We all have that one co-worker who is always cold and must have the need to additional heat in their office space. Space heaters can keep you cozy during these cold days of winter, but they can also become a major hazard if used incorrectly. Space heaters cause about one-third of all winter fires Mostly caused by a space heater being too close to curtains or upholstered furniture. This doesn’t include the people who end up in emergency rooms from encountering space heaters. 

Follow these Space Heater Safety tips to help keep you and your coworkers safe this winter season.

• Review all instructions and warning labels prior to setting up your space heater
• Heater should be placed on a hard low surface and out of high traffic areas in your home
• Heaters should be al least 3 feet away from any flammable items or furniture
• Purchase heaters with an automatic shutoff and tip over feature
• Never plug a space heater into an extension cord or power strip
• Avoid leaving spice heaters unattended and unplug when you leave for the day.

A space heater can be a create a warm comfortable space for those co-workers who are “always” cold but always remember safety first!