People all over the United States are starting to participate in summer vacations, camping, family parties, picnics, barbeques, and more. As great as the summertime is, it can pose a serious fire threat. Injuries from fires and fireworks, as well… Read More
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Life Safety and Proper Fire Protection in Hospitals
In a hospital or healthcare facility, patient health and safety is the number one priority. Professionally designed, installed and maintained fire protection systems are a critical part of patient, staff and visitors safety. Fire protection should never be forgotten or minimized, especially… Read More
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The Top 3 Causes of Fire Damage in Warehouses
Distribution warehouses all across the nation are running at full speed to meet consumers’ demands amid this current pandemic. It has never been more essential for these warehouses to stay entirely safe and operational. Distribution warehouse fires can cause severe… Read More
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Four Things You Should Know About Carbon Dioxide Fire Extinguishers
Knowing the multiple classifications of fire is vital in understanding which kind of fire extinguisher to use in an emergency. A carbon dioxide (CO2) fire extinguisher is usually used for Class B (flammable liquids and gases) as well as Class… Read More
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The Three Most Common Causes for House Fires
In the last few years, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has issued multiple new reports that lend detailed insight into the top reasons for residential house fires. This blog summarizes the top causes of house fires and some of… Read More
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Air Sampling Systems: How Do They Work?
Air sampling smoke detectors are a highly effective and helpful way to safeguard your business from fire hazards. The first step to understanding the pros and cons of these fire detector systems is to know how they are different from… Read More
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Proper Fire Protection Tips for the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing
When a fire alarm goes off, a quick response is critical. But how do the hard-of-hearing or the deaf know that it is time to evacuate? Even with the nearly intolerable volume of some fire alarms, those with severe hearing… Read More
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Which Fire Extinguisher Should I Use Around Servers and Computers?
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
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Fire Safety Guidelines for Hotel Buildings
Each year, one out of every 12 hotels reports a nasty fire within their building. This contributes to thousands of fires per year in motels and hotels. Fire safety is crucial in preventing fires in this kind of building, and… Read More
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Can Fire Suppression Systems be Harmful to Humans?
If you’re familiar with fire safety, you know that fire suppression systems are essential in preventing the spread of fire and protecting valuable business assets. However, you might be wondering if the fire suppression system happens to go off while… Read More