In a hospital or healthcare facility, patient health and safety is the number one priority. Professionally designed, installed and maintained fire protection systems are a critical part of patient, staff and visitors safety. Fire protection should never be forgotten or minimized, especially… Read More
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The Three Most Common Causes for House Fires
In the last few years, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has issued multiple new reports that lend detailed insight into the top reasons for residential house fires. This blog summarizes the top causes of house fires and some of… Read More
Helpful Fall Fire Safety Tips
As the air gets chillier and the leaves turn from green to orange, you begin to prepare for the cold months ahead. You’re excited to see the trick-or-treaters on Halloween and have a nice turkey dinner on Thanksgiving. But have… Read More
4 Fire Protection Terms You Need to Know
When you run a business, you need to learn as much as you can about your fire protection systems. If you familiarize yourself with these terms it will be easier to communicate with your fire protection services company about your… Read More
Preventative Measures To Reduce Fire Risks In Your Commercial Building
We all know that fire protection equipment is crucial in all buildings, but if you take preventative measures to reduce fire hazards, that equipment will rarely be needed. Fires can happen for a variety of reasons, but it is crucial… Read More
3 Tips For Keeping Your Fire Protection Systems In Service
It’s crucial to know how to keep your commercial building’s fire protection systems in service to keep your business and its occupants safe. Your fire protection system will work every day to ensure your building is safe from a fire… Read More
Top 10 Reasons Commercial Buildings Fail Safety Inspections
Safety inspections are crucial for all commercial buildings, especially inspections and testing of fire protection equipment. If your building’s emergency lights aren’t working properly or if your fire extinguishers are expired, you will not only fail the safety inspection, but… Read More
Do Fire Extinguishers Expire? Know When To Replace Your Fire Equipment
Well-maintained fire extinguishers can last 20+ years, but not all extinguishers come with an expiration date. This is because it’s impossible to know how long each fire extinguisher will last, as maintenance is crucial for long-lasting fire equipment. Continue reading… Read More
High-Rise Building Evacuation Procedures
We were all taught to evacuate the building as soon as possible when a fire alarm system is activated, but many people still have questions about building evacuation. For instance, do occupants in high-rise office buildings have a different procedure… Read More
Importance Of Fire Alarm Inspections
Although business and building owners have a busy schedule, it’s crucial to keep up with regular fire alarm inspections. Fire prevention and protection equipment must be maintained and inspected often to ensure they are working properly, as they will be… Read More