Did you recently have to use a portable fire extinguisher to extinguish a fire in your home or business? You’re probably relieved to leave that incident behind you, but you’ll need to clean up fire extinguisher residue in a timely… Read More
Posts Tagged ‘fire extinguisher’
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Safe and Effective Use of Fire Extinguishers
Household fires are always a concern. They can be caused due to cooking, an electrical malfunction, or improperly discarded smoking materials. Fires can spread very fast and be absolutely devastating. Home fire extinguishers are a must so you can put… Read More
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Common Fire Extinguisher Mistakes You Should Avoid
Whenever there is a fire, a fire extinguisher is your first line of defense to stop the spread of the fire. However, there are a few mistakes people make when using fire extinguishers. Fire extinguishers are actually easy to use… Read More
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Why Fire Extinguisher Maintenance is Essential
Fire extinguishers are a necessity for proper fire protection in commercial buildings. During a fire is no time to wonder if it will work properly. Fire codes mandate annual inspections for all fire extinguishers in commercial buildings by licensed contractors…. Read More
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How Many Fire Extinguishers Do I Need?
Fire extinguishers are required in almost every single building. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) publishes the standard which defines the type and quantity of fire extinguishers required in buildings. Do you know how many fire extinguishers are required for… Read More
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What are Class K Fire Extinguishers?
While all buildings should be equipped with portable fire extinguishers, not all of them serve the same purpose. As such, all businesses and properties should be thoroughly assessed to ensure that the right fire extinguisher is available to extinguish the… Read More
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What Should I Do with Older Fire Extinguishers?
You must work very hard to make sure your commercial business is safe from fires. This means portable fire extinguishers should be installed in accordance with NFPA standards. But what to do with older fire extinguishers that may have reached the end… Read More
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How to Properly Clean up Fire Extinguisher Residue
When a small fire breaks out in your house or business, a portable fire extinguisher is a swift and effective response. Once the fire is completely extinguished, it is essential to know how to clean up fire extinguisher residue. This way, you can assess… Read More
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Four Things You Should Know About Carbon Dioxide Fire Extinguishers
Knowing the multiple classifications of fire is vital in understanding which kind of fire extinguisher to use in an emergency. A carbon dioxide (CO2) fire extinguisher is usually used for Class B (flammable liquids and gases) as well as Class… Read More
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Which Fire Extinguisher Should I Use Around Servers and Computers?
Picture this: you’re having a normal day at work when the smell hits you – that odd, burning, electrical smell. You look around and notice that a server is smoking and starting to catch fire. Before you reach for your… Read More