Fire Extinguishers

Proper Mounting and Signage Ensures Safety (June 2018)
Replacing Damaged or Improper Extinguisher Gauges Ensures Safety (May 2018)
The Problem with Ratings on High-Flow Extinguishers (April 2018)
Carbon Dioxide Hose Replacement (January 2018)
Extinguisher Ratings: What the Letters and Numbers Mean (November 2017)
Replace Faded or Damaged Extinguisher Labels (September 2017)
Portable Extinguisher Cabinets: The Importance of Replacing Missing Covers and Panels (May 2017)
The Need for Wheeled Fire Extinguishers for Indoor Locations (April 2017)
Protecting Them With Cabinets And Covers (February 2017)
Never Leave an Area Unprotected (January 2017)
Fire Extinguishers Based on Extinguishing Agents (July 2016)
Recharging Dry Chemical Extinguishers (April 2016)
Fire Extinguisher Covers Are Required (April 2016)
Extinguisher Valve Stems are Critical Components (November 2015)
Foam Extinguishers- The Right Choice for Flammable Liquids (May 2015)
Extinguishing Agents for Fire Extinguishers (April 2015)
Extinguisher Questions & Answers (February 2015)
Extinguisher Hose Straps and Clips: Required Holding Devices (April 2014)
Water Mist Extinguishers: The Ultimate In Protection (March 2014)
Portable Extinguisher Stands: Permanent Solutions To Temporary Placement (February 2014)
Fire Hose: Remove Pre-1987 Lengths From Service (November 2013)
Extinguisher Cabinets: Help Your Customers Select The Right Type (July 2013)
Protect Electronics with Halotron® I and Halon 1211 (February 2013)
Restaurant Cooking Areas Require Class K Extinguishers Too (January 2013)
Flammable Liquid Fire Hazards: Are You Prepared? (October 2010)
Safety Tip for Extinguisher Placement (Halogenated Agent Extinguisher Safety Information) (July 2010)
Understanding Extinguisher Service Collars (April 2010)
Is an Extinguisher Inspection Ever Counted as Maintenance? (April 2010)
Who is Responsible for Selection, Placement, and Servicing of Extinguishers?  (June 2008)

NFPA Codes

OSHA Mandates Eyewash Stations (October 2017)
Fire Extinguishers are Required in Aircraft Hangars (October 2015)
Fire Extinguisher Maintenance- Service Collar Requirements (July 2015)
Portable Fire Extinguishers Are Required in Laboratories Using Chemicals (July 2015)
Annual External Examination of Carbon Dioxide Fire Extinguishers (June 2015)
Extinguishers Are Required in Computer Rooms (April 2015)
What's That Sound Code Changes to Life Safety Audible Notification (April 2015)
Extinguishers Are Required at Fueling and Vehicle Repair Facilities (January 2015)
Standards Development: Brooks Tracks and Participates (November 2014)
Code Requirements: Use UL Listed Tamper Seals (October 2014)
Code Requirements: Use Strap-Type Brackets On Extinguisher Installations (September 2014)
Code Requirements: Tags, Labels, Tamper Seals, and Collars for Stored Pressure Dry Chemical Extinguishers (June 2014)
Extinguishers: 17 Ways to Turn Code Violations into Revenue (October 2013)
NFPA 10 Requires "High Flow" Extinguishers (September 2013)
Building Fire Safety Inspections: Help Your Customers Identify Violations (August 2013)
Common Restaurant Code Violations: 3 Ways to Resolve Them (June 2013)
When Replacement’s The Only Option: Dry Chemical Extinguishers (April 2013)
NFPA Improves Their Website (October 2009)
New Certification Requirements in NFPA 10 (June 2008)

Fire Alarm Systems

Selecting the Correct Battery Size for Fire Alarm Systems (July 2016)

Restaurant Systems

Grease Filters: Crucial Components of Kitchen Grease Removal Systems (December 2017)
Restaurant Systems: Code Compliance Checklist (June 2017)
Restaurant Systems: Ensure Safety by Replacing Lost or Damaged Components (March 2017)
Restaurant Systems: Quarterly Operational Review (December 2016)
Right Recharge Agent for Restaurant Systems (July 2016)
Restaurant Duct Requirements: Grease-Tight Access Panels (January 2016)
Protecting Restaurants from Fire, Advice for Restaurant Owners (October 2015)
Using a Grease Depth Measurement Tool (April 2015)
Manual Pull Station Guards-Required in Restaurant Systems to Ensure Continuity (March 2015)
Electrical Gas Valves and Reset Relays for Kitchen Appliances (January 2015)
Fusible Links are Critical in Restaurant Systems (January 2015)
Restaurant Systems: Proper Maintenance Increases Reliability (July 2014)
The Business End of Systems: Nozzles (March 2013)
Proper Placement of Extinguishers (11,250 ft2 sketch)  (January 2010)
Why Keep an Inadequate Fire Extinguishing System?  (January 2009)
Restaurant Fire? Dump the System! (July 2009)

Sprinkler Systems

Sprinkler Escutcheons and Cages-Know the Difference (October 2015)

Building & Safety Inspections

Exit Sign Requirements: Understanding Location and Installation (December 2015)
Kitchen Exhaust Hoods: Inspect Every 6 Months (January 2014)
Building Fire Safety Inspections: Help Your Customers Identify Violations (August 2013)
Building Safety Inspections and Sprinkler Systems (January 2011)

Emergency & Exit Lighting

Exit Signs (April 2012)

Personal Protection Equipment

Using a Ladder Safely (August 2017)
Protecting the Eyes of Employees (January 2015)
Hard Facts for Hard Hats (January 2011)

Fire Service

Firefighter Tools, Flashlights, and Lanterns (July 2018)

Vehicles

School Bus Safety- Recommended Procedures and Equipment (September 2015)
Commercial Vehicle Safety Equipment- What You Need (August 2015)

Detection

Simplified Process for Selecting Alarms (March 2018)

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