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
Posts Tagged ‘fire extinguishers’
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The Most Common Fire Extinguisher Questions Answered
For many homeowners and business owners who are looking at fire protection for the first time, there are always several questions and concerns. From fire sprinkler systems, fire alarms, and fire extinguishers, it can be overwhelming for those not… Read More
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What You Should Know About Fire Extinguisher Maintenance
There is no question that functional fire alarm systems can protect your commercial building. However, you can’t stop there. Adding fire extinguishers and fire sprinklers also makes a difference. Portable fire extinguishers, in particular, are much easier to move around… Read More
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Hydrostatic Testing for Fire Extinguishers
Making sure your fire extinguishers work is essential. One way to confirm that is by conducting what is known as a hydrostatic test. However, since many building owners and facility managers do not know how to do this, it is… Read More
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What to Do When It’s Time to Recharge Fire Extinguishers
Fire extinguishers are some of the most critical assets that you will ever have. That’s why it is so essential that you keep them well-maintained. It’s easy to think that you continue to rely on the same fire extinguishers you’ve… Read More
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The Importance of Fire Extinguishers in Commercial Kitchens
Commercial kitchens will have several different fire protection measures in place. However, none of them are as important as having the right fire extinguisher in easy reach. Your employees will be able to help contain the fires in your kitchen,… Read More
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Recharging Your Commercial Fire Extinguishers
Part of maintaining the fire extinguishers in your commercial building is making sure they have the correct amount of pressure. Correct pressure will be needed to activate and dispense enough contents to contain the fire. Regular inspections will ensure this… Read More
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Does Your Fire Extinguisher Need Maintenance?
Every commercial building should have the proper amount of fire extinguishers. It doesn’t matter what type of business is housed in these structures – the possibility of a fire breaking out for one reason or another means that fire protection… Read More
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Types of Fire Extinguishers for Computer Server Rooms
Electrical fires can happen in any business. That’s because we depend on modern technology of all kinds to help make our lives and our jobs easier. It’s easy enough to understand how to use a fire extinguisher whenever other types… Read More
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How to Safely Use a Fire Extinguisher
Whenever a fire breaks out, everyone’s first reaction should be to stay as far away as possible. However, sometimes, your employees will do their best to contain the fire until emergency responders, such as firefighters can arrive. Here is some… Read More