Overview of portable space heaters including their risks and CPSC loss prevention tips. General Space heaters and other similar heating devices are commonly used in many workplaces as an additional source of warmth in the winter months. Space heaters pose a higher risk of igniting a potential fire than other standard central heating devices/systems. Because space heaters vary significantly in type, size, and design, they also present a greater potential for human error. Employers and employees alike should be cognizant of the manufacturer’s individual instructions for installation, fueling, operation, and maintenance. Risks The utilization of space heaters in an industrial-type setting also poses additional […]