I was a bit appalled by the ludicrous approach toward safety. I would rather get fired over a crusted fuse than live with being responsible for a death. This whole "debug the fire" thing really smacks of 80s era business dick wagging.
What happens if someone tries to prosecute you for "intentionally" causing millions of dollars of damage?
Not quite the same, but I know of an employment dispute that was brought to a head by a staff member quenching and MRI scanner by pressing the big red button.
While I'm not a lawyer, I'd be surprised if trying to report a possible fire couldn't be be considered a "just cause", the lack of which is a key element in tort law everywhere.