If it Ain't Broke, Fix it Anyway

摘要

Last month I talked about how actions and inactions can create potential liability for the fire service. You've undoubtedly heard the phrase, "If it ain't broke, don't fix it." There is a corollary to that phrase: If it's broke when you need it - it doesn't exist. That is why we ought to consider maintenance of fire-prevention systems a firefighter safety issue. We can't just install sprinkler systems and hope for the best.