Fires can strike when we least expect them, turning a peaceful home into a dangerous inferno within minutes. In such moments, a properly functioning fire extinguisher can be the difference between a minor incident and a devastating disaster. While most… Read More
Archive for the ‘Fire Extinguishers’ Category
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5 Common Fire Extinguisher Questions Answered
Knowing the ins and outs of fire safety equipment isn’t necessarily on top of everyone’s to-do list, but it is important. Fire safety is something everyone should take seriously, and part of this is understanding fire extinguishers and how they… Read More
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Common Fire Extinguisher Mistakes
Few things are scarier than being faced with a fire. What could possibly make it worse? Well, not having an operational fire extinguisher or not knowing how to use a fire extinguisher might make the situation even more stressful. Here… Read More
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How to Operate a Fire Extinguisher
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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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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How Many Home Fire Extinguishers Do You Need
Last week, we discussed the importance of home fire safety. A recent report by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) noted home fires only account for 25% of all reported fires, but they were responsible for 75% of fire-related deaths… Read More
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Why Home Fire Safety is Critical
A recent report published by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), titled Fire Loss in the United States During 2021, has revealed some concerning statistics. In particular, information regarding home structure fires has proven to be worrying for fire safety… Read More
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3 Reasons to Check Your Home Fire Extinguishers
Every home is equipped with at least one fire extinguisher, which can be critical in the event of a fire. Make sure everyone in your home knows where each fire extinguisher is located and how to use it to ensure… Read More
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The Importance of Fire Safety Training & Education
It is often common for people to forego fire safety training and education, even though it’s incredibly important. Everyone should be trained on what to do in case of fire because it goes beyond simply protecting yourself. It includes protecting… Read More
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5 Common Fire Safety Violations in Commercial Buildings
Commercial buildings are required by law to follow important fire codes that are in place to keep people safe during a fire. Unfortunately, fire safety violations are common and can result in penalties for a commercial property or business owner.