Nothing says home more than a scented candle burning on a fall or winter afternoon. Unfortunately, they are a major cause of house fires. Candles are something that many families enjoy, especially during the holiday season. Whether at dinner or… Read More
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Do Not Keep Your Fire Escape Plans a Secret
Every business needs to have a fire escape plan. It is one of the most important parts of fire safety and should not be ignored. If the unthinkable happens, you need every person in the building to know exactly what… Read More
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Preventing Kitchen Grease Fires
Thanksgiving will be here before you know it. It’s an American favorite. But it’s also when the highest incidence of kitchen fires occur. For this reason, here’s how to react if a grease fire starts in your home or restaurant’s… Read More
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How to Teach Your Kids About Fire Prevention
Fire safety and fire prevention are essential skills to teach your kids to keep everyone in your household safe. One of the primary causes of residential building fires, and injuries for kids under the age of ten, is playing with… Read More
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New Products That Will Enhance Fire Protection
When it comes to fire suppression, efficiency is key. You need a sprinkler system that is efficient, fast, and thorough. There are many types of systems to choose from. The hazard class and facility type will determine the kind of… Read More
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Fire Extinguishers for Recreational Vehicles
Recreational vehicles, otherwise known as RVs, are required by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) to be equipped with at least one safe fire extinguisher. Although most RVs are equipped with more than one, usually mounted at the entrance to… Read More
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Commercial Fire Protection Plans: What Do You Need
Do you know the components of an effective fire protection plan for your commercial building? If you happen to be a building owner, business owner, or facility manager you should know. The answer to this question might be more complicated… Read More
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Common Industrial Fire Hazards
Depending on the industry in which you work, the risk of fire is affected by certain factors. Building occupancy, the use of heat-producing equipment, the size of your building, and the kind of material storage all impact your building’s fire risk…. Read More
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How a Thunderstorms Can Affect Your Fire Alarm System
Your fire alarm system can be impacted by thunderstorms when lightning strikes lead to power surges or outages. In summer, thunderstorms can be frequent. These seasonal storms can pack a punch and occur suddenly. Did you know that lightning can affect… Read More
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Emerging Fire Protection Technologies
Innovation within the fire protection industry, like all other, has been technology-driven. Regulation, legislation, and code development can hinder the growth of innovation, however, technology is moving it forward. The growing complexities of modern infrastructure and the demand for more… Read More