Wildfire Community Preparedness Day is held in the U.S. and Canada on the first Saturday of May each year. It focuses on what homeowners can do around their homes in order to reduce the risk of wildfires. It sounds confusing,… Read More
Posts Tagged ‘Fire Protection’
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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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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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Emergency Communications Systems
If you own or operate commercial real estate, one of many considerations is emergency preparedness and evacuation. Ensuring that your building is safe for others is important, and there are several safety features you need to have. In addition to… Read More
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Fire Safety Tips For Staying in a Hotel or Motel
The holiday season is a time when a lot of people are traveling to see their family and friends, and sometimes that means you might have to spend some time staying at a hotel or motel. Whenever you stay at… Read More
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Holiday Fire Safety Tips
The holiday season is meant to be a time of joy as we exchange gifts, spend time with family and friends, enjoy delicious food, and decorate our homes with beautiful lights and decorations. When decorating your home, it’s critical to… 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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Fire Safety in Nursing Homes
According to a report by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), from 2011 through 2015, healthcare facilities experienced an average of 5,750 fires per year that required response by a fire department. Unfortunately, nursing homes made up a disproportionate 48%… Read More
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Fall Fire Safety
Fall is a beautiful time of the year, and many people are excited to welcome its arrival. It does, however, bring with it some fire safety risks that everyone should be aware of. Understanding these risks and how to mitigate… Read More