Commercial buildings often use different fire protection methods. This may be due to the construction of the building or what types of items are in the building. Banks and financial institutions, for example, have their own requirements for fire safety systems, as well as special fire hazards unique to that type of business. Why fire […]
Installing a fire alarm system to your business is the first step in protecting your business from fire. Moreover, you must ensure that it remains effective and functional in accordance with federal guidelines. In order to help you meet these requirements and safeguards, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) publishes updated standards every three years. […]
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 […]
A Thanksgiving celebration is the perfect time to get together with friends and family, eat delicious food, watch football (or the parade), and visit loved ones. The holidays can be hectic, and safety should always be a priority even during the busy times. Keep these Thanksgiving fire safety tips in mind and be thankful for […]
The fire alarm initiating devices in a fire alarm system detects signs of fire and activates an alarm. They are the system’s triggers and its most visible element. Initiating devices are connected to the alarm system’s control panel via 2- or 4-way circuits and are under the control panel’s constant surveillance. In the event of […]
A variety of regular activities can be done on a daily or weekly basis to reduce fire risk in restaurants when it comes to fire prevention and fire safety. Put these simple restaurant fire safety tips into action if you don’t have one! Every year, around 8,000 restaurants report fires, according to data from the […]
The thought of losing your home to a fire is terrifying, but there are plenty of things you can do to prevent house fires from starting. Even though accidents happen, there are ways to prevent fires from spreading. Learn how to prevent house fires, electrical fires, and grease fires with our fire prevention tips. Check […]
Fire safety at work is paramount since many businesses are prone to fires. Business fires can be devastating, destroying lives and property worth billions of dollars. According to the US Fire Administration, over 100,000 fires were reported in the United States between 2014 and 2016. As a result of these fires, 90 people died on […]
NFPA 72, also known as the National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, defines inspection and testing requirements for fire alarm systems. The purpose of these requirements is to ensure that fire alarm systems are always maintained and function properly. In this article, we will discuss about How often should a fire alarm system be inspected, […]
False alarm is often caused by activities near fire detectors, particularly smoke detectors. In order to prevent unwanted false alarms, you should consider the following causes and solutions. Cooking fumes Ensure that cooking is only permitted in designated areas that have appropriate fire detection devices (usually heat detectors). Additionally, the proper use of extractor fans […]