Dec 11, 2019 | Uncategorized
Almost all fires are small in their incipient stage and can be put out quickly if the proper firefighting equipment is available and the person discovering the fire has been trained to use the equipment at hand. Most facilities turn to portable fire extinguishers for...
Dec 11, 2019 | Uncategorized
No matter how well designed and thought out an evacuation procedure is, it cannot be considered reliable until it is exercised and has proved to be workable. Drills should be carefully planned and agreed with all relevant parties to be involved. Every drill should...
Dec 11, 2019 | Uncategorized
Various types of combustible materials are found in commercial buildings. The type of material fueling a fire dictates which type of fire extinguisher you need to keep on hand. The type of fire extinguisher most people are familiar with is called an ABC fire...
Dec 11, 2019 | Uncategorized
Is your building ready for a fire inspection? The fire marshal could drop by unannounced at any time, so it is important that you make sure your building is up to code at all times. But what does “up to code” really mean? After all, fire codes can be complicated and...
Dec 11, 2019 | Uncategorized
Fire safety matters as much in the workplace as it does in the home. In some industries, it may matter even more. Regardless of the industry a business is in, every business owner holds the responsibility to keep the workplace safe. With June being National Safety...
Dec 11, 2019 | Uncategorized
It’s National Safety Month and with the start of summer, now is a great time to brush up on your home fire safety knowledge. Simple activities and plans help to keep you prepared and safe in the event of a home fire. Plus, the steps that you take to prepare can...
