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Fire Safety Basics in Apartment Complexes
Apartment managers shoulder many responsibilities, from maintenance to tenant relations. However, among these vital duties, ensuring fire safety in apartment buildings should be a top priority. Apartment Building Fires According to the National Fire Protection Association, more than 100,000 apartment fires occur each year across the U.S., killing over 400 people, causing more than 4,000 injuries, … Continue reading Fire Safety Basics in Apartment Complexes
Common Causes Of Commercial Fires in NC, SC, GA, FL, VA & East TN
If you own a business or manage a building in the Southeast, fire protection should be among your primary concerns. There are many instances of commercial fires, so it is always best to be prepared with proper fire safety precautions. One of your best defenses against commercial fires is to understand and mitigate your risks. … Continue reading Common Causes Of Commercial Fires in NC, SC, GA, FL, VA & East TN
The Right Places to Install Emergency Exit Signs in Commercial Buildings
As with most safety equipment, you don’t fully appreciate emergency lighting and exit signs until you need them. They’re intended to illuminate the path in a building that leads to the exit, ensuring people can tell what doors to use to evacuate safely. It’s easy to grasp the importance of emergency lights and exit signs, … Continue reading The Right Places to Install Emergency Exit Signs in Commercial Buildings
How To Decide How Many Fire Extinguishers Your Commercial Building Needs
How many fire extinguishers do you need in your building? The answer isn’t as simple as it may seem. Chapter 6.2 of the NFPA 10 covers the rules required for the installation of portable fire extinguishers in commercial buildings. That’s where you can find all the nitty-gritty details about how many fire extinguishers your building needs. … Continue reading How To Decide How Many Fire Extinguishers Your Commercial Building Needs
The Importance of a Fire Alarm System
Installing a fire alarm is one of the most important measures you can take to manage your building’s fire risk. Fire alarms save lives and mitigate property damage, among other benefits. If you don’t already have a fire alarm installed in your commercial building, consider adding one as soon as possible. Then, don’t forget the … Continue reading The Importance of a Fire Alarm System
Are Fire Sprinkler Systems Effective?
If you own a home or a commercial building, you might be wondering if fire sprinklers really work. Are they worth the investment? In short, the answer is yes. Fire sprinklers have been proven to save lives and property by a significant margin compared to buildings without them. Let’s dig into why fire sprinklers work. … Continue reading Are Fire Sprinkler Systems Effective?
Fire Extinguisher Inspection Checklist
If you own a business in the Southeast, you probably have fire extinguishers installed in strategic places as part of your fire safety plan. You already know to have your extinguishers inspected by a fire protection specialist once a year, but did you know you should be checking on certain things between visits? Once a … Continue reading Fire Extinguisher Inspection Checklist
Fire Protection Code Compliance
When you consider the fire protection measures your building needs, you likely have several goals in mind: you want to protect your assets, eliminate loss of life, and make your building code compliant. Conforming to the codes and standards established by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) lets you accomplish these goals. You may be … Continue reading Fire Protection Code Compliance
How to Prevent Commercial Kitchen Fires
While commercial kitchens are a fast, convenient way to prepare food, they can also present significant fire hazards if not properly maintained. Commercial kitchens are often a hectic environment with high temperatures and flames. When you pair this environment with excess oil and grease, you might find yourself dealing with an unplanned kitchen fire! In … Continue reading How to Prevent Commercial Kitchen Fires
Do Fire Extinguishers Need To Be Recharged?
Recharging your extinguishers is important to keep your commercial property up to code and prepared to handle an emergency fire. Why Do I Need a Fire Extinguisher Recharge? Recharges make sure your extinguishers are prepared to handle a fire emergency at any given time. If you don’t schedule regular inspections to recharge your extinguishers, you … Continue reading Do Fire Extinguishers Need To Be Recharged?
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