Many people overlook the importance of knowing how to operate a fire extinguisher until they need to use one. Hollywood movies make it look easy, but without proper training, you run the risk of operating the extinguisher incorrectly and failing… Read More
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Fire Safety in Schools
Schools are a pillar of society – our children go to school to learn and develop social skills. When it comes to keeping children safe, schools need to be vigilant. This includes taking fire safety seriously.
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A Reminder to Inspect Your Fire Protection Systems
In December, an explosion occurred at a recycling facility in Marengo, Iowa. The facility, called C-6 Zero, used substantial amounts of chemical compounds to break down roof shingles and recycle the material. Unfortunately, an explosion lead to a large fire… Read More
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How PFAS is Affecting the Fire Suppression Industry
The hot topic in the fire suppression industry, as well as several others, is the shift away from PFAS chemicals. In particular, the use of PFAS chemicals in special hazards fire suppression systems will no longer be an option. 3M,… Read More
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Dormitory Fire Safety Tips
When you’re living in a college dormitory, there are fire safety rules that need to be followed. It can be tedious, but these rules are put in place to keep everyone safe. Remember—everything that has the potential to start a… Read More
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Emergency Communications Systems
If you own or operate commercial real estate, one of many considerations is emergency preparedness and evacuation. Ensuring that your building is safe for others is important, and there are several safety features you need to have. In addition to… Read More
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Fire Safety Tips for Space Heaters
The weather is getting colder here in Maryland, and that means more and more people will be using space heaters. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), half of all home heating fires each year are reported during the… Read More
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4 Reasons to Require Fire Extinguisher Training for Your Employees
For many businesses, hands-on fire extinguisher training is not required nor even contemplated. However, businesses that do not take advantage of this service are missing out. Employees that have fire extinguisher training can quickly extinguish a small fire before it… Read More
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Fire Safety Tips For Staying in a Hotel or Motel
The holiday season is a time when a lot of people are traveling to see their family and friends, and sometimes that means you might have to spend some time staying at a hotel or motel. Whenever you stay at… Read More
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Tips for Reducing Fire Risk While Cooking
The holiday weekend is upon us, and a lot of people will be cooking a lot of different dishes in order to feed large groups of family and friends. Getting together and enjoying a delicious meal is one of the… Read More