All About Fireproof File Cabinets

Are your school's documents protected from disaster? A surprising number of school employees believe that a basic metal filing cabinet will protect student records in the event of a fire. Still, the reality is that your physical paperwork won't last long in the wake of a disaster. Keep your school's most sensitive documents safe by incorporating fireproof file cabinets into your office setup.

What Do Fireproof Filing Cabinets Protect Against?

The obvious answer here is, of course, fire. Fireproof filing cabinets are tested to withstand extreme heat, and options that can protect your files from 1700-degree flames for up to a full hour are not uncommon. 

In addition to protection from fire damage, most fireproof files can withstand damage caused by a 30-foot drop, which may come in handy a serious fire. 

Finally, you know those sprinkler systems will engage at the first sign of a blaze. Fireproof filing cabinets are built to keep the unit tight and secure, meaning your important documents won't fall victim to the water damage caused by sprinkler systems or firefighters hosing down the area.