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Setting Up an Electrical Safety Program

Companies are required to provide a safe working environment for all employees free from recognized hazards, including electricity. Employers are required by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, OSHA, to develop an electrical safety program (ESP) that employees must follow. Get A Quote NFPA 70E: Requirements for Electrical Safety Programs …

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NFPA 72: Allowable Delay From Sprinkler Activation to Fire Alarm

Businesses that have sprinklered fire suppression systems are permitted up to a 100-second delay between the time of sprinkler waterflow and notification to occupants. One example is a fire that erupted in a Walmart in Maryland, recorded by an occupant on this video, and clearly shows the fire, the sprinkler …

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The Best Fire Detection Systems: What Are My Options?

Commercial fires in the United States cause billions of dollars in damages every year, with more than 486,500 structure fires reported in 2021, causing roughly $13 billion in damages. Business owners and property managers have a responsibility to protect their customers, employees, and the public with a code-compliant, reliable fire …

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Common Fire Code Violations and How to Avoid Them

Building owners must adhere to various local fire and safety codes that are enforced by the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) through inspections. The AHJ may include the local fire marshal, another code official, or the building inspector. Get A Quote The Importance of Fire Safety Inspections These fire safety officials …

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Fire Extinguisher Ratings

As a business owner, it is crucial that you understand the different types, usage, and placement of fire extinguishers as part of your commercial fire alarm system. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) sets strict guidelines and standards for portable fire extinguishers regarding placement, testing, maintenance, installation, and inspections which …

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Life Safety Assessment for Health Care Facilities

  Maintaining code compliance with all fire and life safety regulations poses unique challenges to healthcare facilities where the number one focus must be to protect the lives of patients, visitors, staff, and physicians. Get A Quote Challenges To Safety Code Compliance In Healthcare The task of ensuring building code …

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