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Recharging Your Fire Extinguishers: All You Need to Know
It’s easy to take your fire extinguisher for granted, but many people don’t realize the cylinders require maintenance. In far too many instances, extinguishers are incapable of putting out a fire because they are not fully charged—even if they have never been used before. To prevent this scenario, every business owner should understand more about… Read More »
What Gases Are Used in Fire Suppression Systems?
While fire sprinklers are appropriate for typical office and residential settings, you may have a business full of sensitive electronics or archives that could be damaged just as badly by water as fire and smoke. Additionally, dousing with water can cause some types of fires spread rather than going out. That’s why server rooms, data… Read More »
How Often Is Fire Extinguisher Training Required?
You probably get peace of mind from the fire extinguisher mounted on the wall of your business. But consider that an extinguisher is only as effective as the person wielding it. Are you still confident the extinguisher could douse a fire when you need it most? The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requires employers… Read More »
Commercial Kitchen Fire Safety Tips for Grease Fires
Fire safety often emphasizes how to prevent fires, but one slip-up or lapse of attention is all it takes for hot cooking oil to catch fire. Do you know what to do if a grease fire ignites in your commercial kitchen? Follow these safety tips for extinguishing grease fire flames quickly before they have a… Read More »
What Are the Four Steps of the PASS Fire Extinguisher Technique?
Fire Protection Tips from State Systems Inc. You hope you’ll never have to use a fire extinguisher, but it’s wise to know how just in case. After all, according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), over 1.3 million fires were reported across the country in 2017. That’s equal to one fire every 24 seconds!… Read More »
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