Fire safety is an important building feature that can be overlooked, especially in older or already existing buildings. Fire systems are continuously advancing to better protect homes, businesses, and individuals. Whether your home was built last year or decades ago it is never too late to install a modern fire system. Retrofitting buildings for fire protection involves modernizing safety in any age structure. The possibility of retrofitting fire systems comes with many benefits, making it an easy and available option to protect your facility. Modernize Fire Protection One of the main benefits ..read more

Fires can cause devastating damage to your home or business. A fire can cause a loss of lives, injure people, damage your property, and cause downtime for your business. It is important to protect your home and business with fire sprinklers to minimize their impact. Fire Sprinklers Save Lives The number one purpose of fire sprinkler systems is to save lives. According to the NFPA, in homes where fire sprinklers were present the fire death rate was 81% lower. Fire sprinkler systems save lives by acting early and controlling a fire before the fire department can arrive. By preventing the spread ..read more

2022 is 100th anniversary of Fire Prevention Week (FPW).  FPW began in 1922 when it was sponsored as a public observance by the NFPA. In 1925, President Calvin Coolidge proclaimed Fire Prevention Week a national observance, making it the longest-running public health observance in our country. This year FPW is October 9 – 15. Every year, FPW is observed during the week of October 9th in commemoration of the Great Chicago Fire which began on October 8, 1871. This fire killed more than 250 people, left 100,000 homeless, destroyed more than 17,400 structures, and burned more than 2,000 acres ..read more

Once a fire sprinkler is installed, it also needs to be maintained in order to properly function. Installing the fire sprinkler system is the first step to keeping occupants in the building safe, but fire sprinkler inspections help ensure safety for the years following. A fire sprinkler inspection is done to evaluate the performance of your sprinklers to make sure they are functioning properly. It is often beneficial to routinely perform these inspections to help confirm the continued function of the fire safety system. Why Do I Need Annual Fire Sprinkler Inspections? Annual fire sprinkler ins ..read more

It is extremely important to take care of your fire protection systems so that they function properly when a fire occurs. While basic maintenance of fire sprinkler and alarm systems is the responsibility of the business owner, for more complicated inspections, testing, service and repair it is important to hire the help of a fire protection contractor that you trust. Setting up a service plan for your fire protection systems can provide many benefits including: 1. Keep Your People, Property & Assets Safe When you set up a service plan with Reliance Fire Protection, you are taking a proacti ..read more

There are many types of fire suppression agents that are used to protect people and properties from fires. It can be hard to know which type of suppression agent is right for you. Clean agent fire suppression systems are a popular choice for applications that need a fast-acting, safe and clean form of fire protection. What is a Clean Agent? A clean agent is a fire suppression agent that is gaseous, does not leave any residue behind and is electrically nonconductive. Clean agent fire suppression systems use either an inert gas or a chemical agent to suppress a fire. Common Types of Clean Agent ..read more

This year, Fire Prevention Week is October 3rd – October 9th. Fire Prevention Week is a national observance that is sponsored by the NFPA every year on the week of October 9th in commemoration of the Great Chicago Fire. The goal of Fire Prevention Week is to spread awareness and educate the public about fire safety in order to prevent fires and fire related injuries and deaths. The Sounds of Fire Safety The theme of Fire Prevention Week for 2021 is “Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety!” which aims to educate about the different sounds that smoke and carbon monoxide alarms make. Understanding the ..read more

If you are a building owner or facility manager, you probably have a lot on your plate when it comes to maintaining your building. One thing that should not be overlooked when it comes to building maintenance is inspections and testing of your fire alarm systems. Fire alarms are extremely important to ensure that your fire alarms will work when needed, giving your building occupants the warning they need to safely escape. Fire Alarm Inspection & Testing Frequency NFPA 72 and local jurisdictions set the frequency for fire alarm inspections and testing. Typically, fire alarms should be insp ..read more

It is important for fire sprinkler systems to be inspected and tested regularly to stay functional and code compliant. A sprinkler system may not work as it was designed to if it is not regularly inspected or tested. How Often Should Fire Sprinklers be Inspected? The frequency of your fire sprinkler inspections is typically based on the requirements found in NFPA 25. However, the frequency will vary depending on the type of sprinkler system, the building occupancy type, local code, and insurance requirements. Monthly Every month, you should perform a visual check of the gauges in your wet pipe ..read more

Life safety systems are made up of equipment that is designed to save lives and protect property. These systems can help people survive and evacuate from a building during an emergency such as a fire, natural disaster, or power failure. NFPA 101: Life Safety Code NFPA 101 is the Life Safety Code. It is a widely accepted standard for protection people through building construction, protection, and occupancy features to minimize risks of fire and other hazards. NFPA 101 covers everything from means of egress to hazardous materials to fire protection and emergency communications. This life safety ..read more