Commercial kitchens present many fire hazards without the proper caution or fire protection systems. The open-flame environment and the use of many hot appliances can lead to a fire emergency if workers aren’t well-trained on safety precautions in a commercial… Read More
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How Occupancy Loads Relate to Fire Safety
Occupancy can be a complex term for building owners regarding fire safety because occupancy has various functions. First, there are classifications for fire sprinkler systems design, installation, and water supply requirements. The NFPA13 Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems… Read More
Learn About the 5 E’s of Commercial Fire Safety
Commercial fire safety can be convoluted. If you’ve been reading our content or any fire safety blogs, you know that it’s essential not to overload outlets. You might also know that you should use the proper fire extinguishers to douse… Read More
Here Are Some Fire Safety Tips For High-Rise Complexes
It is a must for property owners and residents to know the fire safety features of their building. Property owners, residents, and neighbors can work hand in hand to keep a building as fire-safe as possible. Here are some fire… Read More
Here Is Everything You Should Know About Riser Room Design
Most people walk right past the riser room where they work without much thought, but it plays a critical part in a building’s protection. During a fire emergency, each second counts. Fire safety personnel might need access to fire protection… Read More
How to Know if Your Building Can Handle a Fire Emergency
A fire emergency is devastating, leading to damaged property and even the loss of life if you aren’t well prepared. For that reason, you want to ensure that you have the best fire protection systems and equipment in your building… Read More
Here’s How to Achieve Fire Safety in Healthcare Facilities
Fire safety is an essential component in healthcare facility management. From 2011-2015, the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) reported an annual average of U.S. fire departments responding to 5,750 structure fires in healthcare facilities. These fires resulted in two civilian… Read More
How to Prevent a Fire in Your Server Room
The server room is one of the worst places for a fire. Even the smallest amount of smoke in an area can severely damage your IT equipment. Corrosive sulfur and chloride byproducts are enough to corrode metal materials over time,… Read More
Three Fire Safety Tips to Keep Your Warehouse or Factory Safe
Many catalysts cause factory and warehouse fires, which can be devastating. Fire safety training is vital for protecting workers, yourself, equipment, and inventory. Recognizing fire hazards is the best place to begin. Here are three fire safety tips to keep… Read More
What Should You do if there is a Building Fire? Follow These Tips
The National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) reported in 2020 that 111,000 non-residential structure fires caused 100 civilian deaths, 1,100 civilian injuries, and $3.4 billion in property damage. No business owner or employee ever wants this to happen to them. With… Read More