Should a fireproof cabinet be anchored to the wall in addition to the floor?

Wall anchoring is not required for fireproof cabinets but is strongly recommended in seismic zones or in environments with the risk of the cabinet being knocked over. Fireproof cabinets are extremely heavy (often 200–500 lbs empty) and have a high center of gravity, especially when a 4-drawer model is fully loaded. Anti-tip anchoring prevents the cabinet from toppling forward when multiple drawers are open simultaneously — a safety risk regardless of seismic activity. Most fireproof cabinets include pre-drilled holes or anti-tip hardware for wall anchoring. For any installation in California or other seismic regions, wall anchoring is a code-compliant standard practice. FindOfficeFurniture.com — call 888-719-4960 for installation advice.