Fire safety training and education is often overlooked, even though it is incredibly important. Everyone should be trained on what to do in the event of a fire, because it’s not just about protecting yourself. It’s also about protecting others, minimizing damage to the facility and knowing how to put out small fires. Part of […]
Every industry must comply with fire safety regulations and follow fire safety precautions. One industry where fire safety is particularly important is the entertainment industry. The importance of fire safety to the entertainment industry An entertainment industry may use hazardous materials or products such as pyrotechnics that are more likely to cause fires, it’s important […]
Commercial fire alarms are essential components for your building’s safety. The fire safety tools not only protect the people on your premises, but they are often required by local regulations as well. Commercial fire alarms don’t last forever, like anything else. Hence, it’s essential to know when to change your alarms and how to maintain […]
Most people would recognize that an overloaded electrical outlet under a desk at the office is a fire hazard. Most businesses are aware that their equipment and power sources may pose a fire risk. A workplace can have numerous fire hazards due to heat-generating equipment or tangled power cords, but that’s just the beginning. It […]
Just days away from Thanksgiving, we are officially approaching to the holiday season. In the United States, more home fires occur on Thanksgiving than any other day of the year, according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). There is a high cost associated with home fires. In the United States, residential fires cause more […]
Fire Prevention Week was started by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) in 1922 to commemorate the Great Chicago Fire of 1871. The purpose of Fire Prevention Week is to teach children and adults how to stay safe during a fire. In the United States, we celebrate Fire Prevention Week and Month by educating families, […]