Taking care of the most vulnerable in our communities is a privilege, one that healthcare facilities and nursing homes take very seriously. While in many cases the sprinkler systems are well-maintained and react immediately in the event of a fire incident, this isn’t always the case. According to FEMA’s US Fire Administration, there are more than 2,500 fires occuring in nursing homes each year — resulting in over a hundred injuries and deaths. While the loss of life is the most disturbing, these fires also caused over $13 million in damages per year. Seventy-four percent of these fires are c ..read more

  A business fire is not something to be taken lightly. While a staff member might be able to grab a fire extinguisher and quickly put out a tiny flame, a larger blaze can take off and be a big problem before you realize it. Also, what happens if your office is closed and you have an electrical fire? You could lose your entire business overnight, the location engulfed in flames before the fire department can be notified and arrive. This is why having fire sprinklers is a vital part of your business security strategy. While having sprinklers installed is a great start to protecting your busines ..read more

  While great strides have been made in the past decades to help protect commercial buildings from the ravages of fire, there are still significant losses each year that could potentially be avoided. For 2017, property loss from fires was upwards of $31 million, a staggering number especially when you consider that a structure fire occurred every 63 seconds throughout the year. The National Fire Protection Association estimates that there were right under half a million structure fires, slightly up from the 40-year downward trend reported by the organization. Keep watch for these potential dan ..read more

  Today’s Americans may take fire protection a bit for granted. We are accustomed to having quick access to sprinklers inside commercial buildings and brightly-lit “Exit” signs pointing the way towards safety. Fire drills are a fairly regular occurrence in offices and schools, and we mostly feel confident that we know what to do in the event of a fire. However, this wasn’t always the case. Over the past 120 years, fire protection technology has come a long way towards helping protect both individuals and their property in the world’s greatest nation.    Early Fire Protection in America In a w ..read more

  When you’re looking for a fire protection company for your business, you need to know that the organization you select has the experience that you need and the history in your area that you can trust. Here are a few of the questions that you can ask potential partners as you’re searching for a new fire protection company.    1. Do you have experience working with my type of business? Some fire protection companies focus on working with specific business types such as restaurants, hospitals, industrial facilities or marinas. There are special considerations for each of these business types ..read more

  Hospitals and other healthcare facilities offer a unique challenge to fire protection teams. From complex hallways that may never seem to end to a wealth of electrical hookups and flammable materials such as oxygen tanks, there are opportunities for a major fire around every corner in a hospital. Plus, there are millions of dollars of equipment and hundreds of humans who need to be considered when designing the ideal fire suppression and notification system. Here are some of the key challenges to keeping everyone safe in the event of a hospital fire.  Protection for All Areas of Your Hospit ..read more

  Keeping your staff safe in the event of a fire is your first priority, with protecting the business a close second. Electrical fires can quickly spin out of control, and you can easily make the situation much worse unless you know how to handle this particular type of blaze long enough for everyone to get to safety. Older buildings are particularly prone to electrical fires as the wiring can degrade over time. Many years of hard use can cause outlets to become loose and wiring to lose some of the outside protective covering, which can cause sparks. When something nearby ignites, an electrica ..read more

  Keeping your staff safe in the event of a fire is your first priority, with protecting the business a close second. Electrical fires can quickly spin out of control, and you can easily make the situation much worse unless you know how to handle this particular type of blaze long enough for everyone to get to safety. Older buildings are particularly prone to electrical fires as the wiring can degrade over time. Many years of hard use can cause outlets to become loose and wiring to lose some of the outside protective covering, which can cause sparks. When something nearby ignites, an electrica ..read more

  Fire hydrants allow fire protection personnel to quickly gain access to the lifesaving water that is needed to fight a fire. That makes these humble structures an important part of your business, allowing your organization to reduce the risk of devastation from a fire. Fires cause billions of dollars of damage to businesses across the US — many of whom believed they were fully protected from this type of business catastrophe. Here’s how to tell when your fire hydrants need to be inspected. Impact of a Fire on Your Business Getting your business back up and running after a large fire can ta ..read more

  When you are living in your own home, you are mostly in control of the decisions that are made within. You can personally check the fire extinguishers and smoke detectors on a regular basis. You know where all the exits are, and can always break out a window in case of emergency. However, apartment living brings a whole host of challenges when it comes to fire safety. Whether you’re an apartment owner looking for some quick tips for their tenants or a resident wanting to stay safe from fire, these quick fire safety tips will provide peace of mind. How Common Are Apartment Fires in the US ..read more