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
Archive for the ‘Safety Tips’ Category
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Essential Fire Safety Checklist for Small Business Owners
Every commercial building should take fire prevention seriously, but small businesses tend to have more at stake than other companies. Small business owners rely on their business’s ability to function, and a fire in their building can lead to devastating… Read More
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Preventing Common Workplace Fire Hazards
Fire protection systems such as fire alarms, sprinkler systems, and fire extinguishers are essential for keeping your workplace safe, but training your employees is another huge part of fire prevention. Many of the most common workplace fire hazards are due… Read More
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Most Common Mistakes People Make With Fire Extinguishers
While a fire extinguisher is an extremely important tool to fight fires, it can be very dangerous when in the hands of someone who doesn’t know how to use it properly. Everyone should know how to use a fire extinguisher… Read More
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Important Restaurant Fire Safety Tips
Restaurant kitchens are always at risk of a fire, so it’s essential to have the best preventative maintenance and fire safety protection equipment available. Open flames, hot cooking equipment, electrical appliances, cooking oils and cleaning chemicals are all risks for… Read More
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The Most Essential Places To Keep Your Fire Extinguisher
You know that fire extinguishers are essential on every floor in the home and workplace, but are you aware of the best rooms to keep them? While having a fire extinguisher is vital, that’s only one step of being prepared… Read More
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Fire Safety In High-Rise Apartment Buildings
While every home should have a plan in place in the event of a fire, it’s crucial for high-rise apartment tenants to be very prepared for a building fire. According to the NFPA, about 62 percent of fires between 2009-2013… Read More
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Winter Sprinkler System Preparation Checklist
Freezing sprinkler systems are always a big issue in the winter, and this season is expected to bring freezing temperatures. We’ve already seen the first snow of December, but before the next snow storm hits the East coast, it’s essential… Read More
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Essential Home Fire Safety Tips For This Winter
To many people, winter is the most wonderful time of the year. However, winter is also the most dangerous times of the year for home fires, as half of all home heating fires occur in December, January, and February. Before… Read More
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How To Keep Your Business Fire-Hazard Free During The Holiday Break
If you run a non-retail business, you may get at least a few days off this month for the holiday season. While December is known as a time for joy and happiness, the winter season unfortunately also comes with an… Read More