Fire prevention in the workplace is the responsibility of the employer and every employee in that work space. Every person needs to be observant to their surroundings and to report any potential fire hazards.
Matches and cigarettes are the cause of many fires, so be sure to only smoke in designated areas and be careful where you put your matches, butts or ashes. You will also want to have a deep ash can and make sure there are no hot embers that are still lit before dumping the ashes.
All electrical equipment should be kept in good working order, especially the wiring of those appliances or equipment. If the wires are frayed or otherwise in bad condition, there is more of a chance of fire. You need to notify the proper person of any potential electrical problems you might see. Never try to fix it yourself unless you are trained to do this. You do not want to overload any of the circuits and it is always best not to use extension cords. If you must use an extension cord, be sure it is an appropriate type and never plug one extension cord into another.
Be sure that all flammable liquids, such as alcohol, paint, paint thinner or gas, are stored in a proper container and are not close to a heat source. If you are in a warehouse building that might get too hot in the summer you need to keep a close eye on any flammable materials.
Employers need to have fire extinguishers in the proper areas and be sure that all employees know where they are located and how to correctly use them.
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