Did you know that flame resistant and fire retardant are two different things? You can use flame and fire interchangeably. Resistant and retardant are very similar and can be confusing. If you use the wrong one you could get burned. The biggest difference between fire resistant and fire retardant materials lies in how each is…
Electrical fires consistently rank among the top five causes of commercial building fires involving health clinics and hospitals, manufacturing plants, nursing homes, warehouses, farming operations, bars and restaurants. The recognition of fire hazards is the first step in preventing fires. They are frequently caused by defects in wiring, motors, switches, lamps and heating elements. Fires…
Fire protection systems sometimes harm – and even destroy – the very items they are intended to protect. Using water to extinguish fire can cause damage to any sort of valuable electronic equipment, like computers, servers, etc.. Clean agent fire suppression systems are liquid-free and deploy immediately without leaving behind oily residue or water that…
YOU can help prevent workplace fires! Fire safety training is a key strategy for maintaining a safe workplace and preventing fires. Fires destroy property, cause injuries, and take lives. A fire in the workplace can also mean the termination of jobs, as many of the offices and factories destroyed by fire are never rebuilt. Fire…
You hear someone yelling, “Fire!” and your heart starts racing as you look for a way out. You look outside the door and see that the fire is right there! You run to the other exit and safely get out. Thankfully, the fire doors gave you the extra time needed to reach an alternative exit…
Oh no! The fire alarm is going off! Where am I supposed to go? Knowing the answer can mean the difference between life and death. It is important to inform all personnel where the assembly point is in case of a fire. You should advise employees and other persons visiting the building which assembly area…
When a fire breaks out the adrenaline is high and an easy to operate fire panel can be critical. A fire alarm system is installed, maintained, and regulated for the building owner and the occupants in the event of a fire. Which one is best has less to do with the brand and more to…
When you are running a business, it’s easy to forget about things like your building’s fire protection systems. The importance of adhering to fire code recommendations can never be underestimated. They not only ensure that those in a workplace or home are safe, but they also make sure that insurance policies on a building are not compromised.…
When you set your clocks forward Sunday did you check all your smoke detector batteries? If not, it is a good idea to take a look at your smoke detectors and ensure they have fresh batteries and are in good working order. A working smoke alarm significantly increases your chances of surviving a deadly fire.…
What do you think of when someone asks about your building’s fire protection system? You probably think about its smoke alarms and sprinkler systems. But it is really a collaboration of the two types of fire protection systems, Active Fire Protection and Passive Fire Protection. Do you know the difference between Active Fire Protection and…