According to fire safety statistics, the American workplace setting sees at least two hundred fires a day. Because of that high number, it also means that almost two hundred employees are killed, more than five thousand are injured, and nearly… Read More
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4 Types of Fire Sprinkler Systems
It is best to have protection in commercial buildings in case of fire or smoke. Installing a sprinkler system is a good preventative measure to take. There are various types of fire sprinklers and below are descriptions of these so… Read More
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Preventing Commercial Fires this Winter Season
The winter season is almost here, which means Maryland residents are beginning to brace themselves for another year of frigid temperatures. As the risk for commercial fires continues to increase, building and business owners should be sure to educate their… Read More
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Commercial Fires: Common Causes
Commercial fires are quite common in the United States. In fact, the United States averages around 80,000 commercial fires occur each year. With these annual fires, the nation sees about 18,000 injuries, 3,000 fatalities, and at least 10 billion dollars… Read More
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Data Center Fires: How Rare are they?
Recently, a facility manager made a comment stating that fires in data centers are rare. In response to these naïve comments, Onward and Upward decided to highlight three recent data center fires to show that these fires do happen more… Read More
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Winter Dorm Fire Safety
As the temperatures continue to drop, college students throughout Maryland are preparing themselves for dorm life during the winter season. It is important for both new and current students to remember these dorm fire safety tips, not only during the… Read More
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Holiday Cooking Fire Safety Tips
With Thanksgiving knocking on our doorsteps, the holiday season is right around the corner for everyone. The holiday season means holiday parties, holiday shopping, and plenty of holiday cooking. With so much time being spent in the kitchen, homes are… Read More
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Fire Sprinkler System Myths
When it comes to fire safety for a building, no precaution is ever too much. From installing smoke alarms to having exit routes planned to even holding practice fire drills for occupants, there is never overkill when it comes to… Read More
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Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Protection
Carbon monoxide poisoning is one of the leading causes of accidental residential deaths. Every year, anywhere from 170 to 400 lives are lost in the United States due to carbon monoxide poisoning. Carbon monoxide poisoning is also known as the… Read More
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Winter Heating Safety Tips
With the cold weather quickly moving into the Baltimore and Maryland region, residents throughout the state are beginning to use their heat sources for their home. While homeowners begin to use their space heaters, chimneys, and furnaces, some may fail… Read More