The weather is getting colder here in Maryland, and that means more and more people will be using space heaters. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), half of all home heating fires each year are reported during the… Read More
Posts Tagged ‘fire safety’
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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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Tips for Reducing Fire Risk While Cooking
The holiday weekend is upon us, and a lot of people will be cooking a lot of different dishes in order to feed large groups of family and friends. Getting together and enjoying a delicious meal is one of the… 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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NAFED on Fire Suppression Systems for High-Risk Special Hazards
The National Association of Fire Equipment Distributors (NAFED) recently published an article titled “Protecting High-Risk Special Hazards with Fire Suppression Systems”. In it, they discuss the need for fire suppression systems for high-risk special hazards, what defines a high-risk special… 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
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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