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What is Fire Watch Security?

Fires are messy, smelly, chaotic, and a big headache to deal with. From finding shelter for your displaced residents and assessing the damage, to insurance red tape and salvaging or rebuilding, one of the last things you may be thinking about is securing the damaged site and protecting it from looters or vandals.

Which is why fire watch security is important, both after AND before a fire occurs. Here are two ways fire watch security can protect your property and prevent the next fire from occurring: 

Fire Watch Security Protection

Unfortunately, all the safety tips, no smoking signs, and fire prevention systems in the world won’t always protect you. If your property does suffer fire damage, there’s a million things to think about and security should be one of them. 

Fire watch security services are often utilized for construction sites, damaged structures, and at-risk properties. Whether it’s one-time or ongoing, on-site dedicated security officers or mobile patrols will keep watch over your damaged property to keep out would-be trespassers or looters. 

Fire-damaged properties are hot spots for onlookers and gawkers as well, so the presence of a trained officer behind the wheel of a high-visibility SUV will help deter criminals and looky-loos from spending too much time ogling. 

Fire Watch Security Prevention

In addition to services after a fire has occurred, fire watch security can also include preventive measures. 

You know those fire alarms and sprinkler systems that most commercial buildings should have in place to help prevent and put out fires (and yours should too)? Regular maintenance of these systems is to be expected, but what happens if a fire occurs while your fire alarms or sprinkler systems are offline?

Hiring fire watch security is a simple solution to keep everyone safe while you perform the necessary maintenance to keep your systems operating well. Some private security companies offer one-time or ongoing fire watch services that you can utilize to keep your property safe from a fiery end.

Officers also are trained to be proactive, not reactive, and detect any potentially dangerous issues before they become a real problem. Do smokers tend to congregate by the dumpsters? Do you have areas of natural landscaping that get dry in the hot months? Both of these are potential fire hazards that a security officer can detect and then inform you about.

Setting Up Fire Watch Security Services

Fire watch security helps keep your property from becoming vulnerable to damage before or after a fire.  Schedule a free on-site security assessment with Signal to learn more about how we can help address your property’s unique security service needs.

Passion Award: Stephen Hayes
Signal of El Paso, TX & Signal of Greater Albuquerque, NM  


At Signal, we drive with passion in everything we do because passion connects people to purpose. 

Stephen Hayes exemplifies this every day. A positive and giving leader, Stephen is a role model to others in the network. He stays closely connected to the Home Office, ensuring he is personally executing operational details with excellence and accuracy. 

Beyond his own market, Stephen is always willing to lend advice and support anyone in the network who needs it, while maintaining strong results in his markets. His dedication, energy, and consistent positive attitude make him a powerful example of what it means to lead with passion. 

Honesty & Integrity Award: Jonas Palmer
Signal of Northwest Tennessee & Signal of Jackson, MS 

We live in honesty and integrity because without it, our company and our brand are hollow. 

Jonas Palmer has taken on some of our most challenging markets and turned them around in a remarkably short time. He leads from the front, never asking his team to do anything he isn’t willing to do himself. 

When feedback comes from the Home Office, whether operational or financial, Jonas responds with transparency and immediate follow-through. His professionalism, accountability, and respect in every interaction set a high standard for reliability and trust. 

Relationships Award: Mike Kosmet
Signal of Michigan 

We build relationships because healthy success can only be created with mutual respect for others. 

Mike Kosmet has demonstrated consistent success for more than a decade. He understands that collaboration fuels progress, as shown in his partnership with our Milwaukee office, which helped drive a significant market turnaround. 

Personable, responsive, and easy to work with, Mike prioritizes communication and follow-through. His ability to engage his team and work alongside peers has contributed to doubling the size of his business this year. He proves that strong relationships are a competitive advantage. 

Serving Award: Shane Wimer
Signal of Nebraska 

We serve our communities without hesitation because serving is the active ingredient in service. 

Shane Wimer led the development of Code Enforcement as a new service offering, generously sharing his entire process with the Home Office and fellow franchisees. His collaboration helped create sales and training materials that are driving growth across the network. 

He knows his officers by name and genuinely cares about their success, which is reflected in his team’s outstanding retention rates. Shane’s ability to balance strong financial performance with a people-first mindset makes his franchise a model for serving both community and team. 

Learning Award: Dan Liotta
Signal of Central and Northern Virginia  

We learn something every day by holding an open-minded approach to everything we do. 

Since joining Signal in 2023, Dan Liotta has made a significant impact. As a strategic and thoughtful leader, he delivers strong results and exceptional customer service by staying focused on sustainable growth. 

Dan is constantly seeking ways to improve his operations and bring more value to his market. His visionary mindset and commitment to continuous improvement remind us that growth begins with a willingness to learn.

Core Champion Award: Haris Johnson
Signal of Washington, D.C. 

While each award represents a specific value, the Core Champion brings them all together. 

Haris Johnson represents the full Signal mission in every aspect of his business. He makes a lasting impression in every interaction, from how he supports his officers to the passion he brings to serving clients. 

He is always exploring new ideas to improve his franchise and shows genuine appreciation for others across the network. His commitment to his team, his clients, and the future of Signal makes him a true Core Champion. 

Congratulations! 

These winners represent what makes Signal different. Our Core Values – Passion, Honesty & Integrity, Relationships, Serving, and Learning – are the foundation of how we operate and how we grow.  

To our 2025 Core Award winners: thank you for leading by example and for showing what it truly means to live the Signal mission.

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