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Fire Suppression Tips

Your company’s fire suppression system may have to be tested by a state-licensed professional on a frequent basis. To make it easier to remember, you should follow a maintenance schedule like the following: Monthly – The fire suppression company will need to verify that all control valves are openly positioned Quarterly – Have a main drain test performed Annually – A professional, competent fire safety company should check the system out Quinquennial (every five years) – The backflow prevention device should be reconstructed, and the piping should be internally inspected Ohio fire alarm systems company Hard Fire offers these services and more. Find them at www.HardFire.com .

Fire Suppression: Why Your Business Needs a Fire Protection System

Since the early days of civilization, man has had a fascination with fire. After all, what's not to like about an element that can be used to keep one warms, cooks the food and wards away wild animals? Of course, along with this fascination came a healthy regard, as mankind recognized the same heat that could cook dinner and supply warmth was also a dangerous force capable of leveling residences, crops and bordering places in mere minutes. Hence, individuals started looking for ways to properly protect themselves against fire and its harmful traits. In more recent years, these types of proactive actions of fire safety have improved into combining technological know-how with common sense. For instance, leaving food cooking on the stove is a bad notion, but if it does take place, the smart property owner has a fire/smoke alarm to let them know something is wrong. On top of that, now you can elect to have a sprinkler system in their property as well, contributing an additional lev

Fire Protection Do’s & Don’ts

You don’t want to take any risks when selecting a fire alarm system for your business. Ensuring there is in place a functional fire suppression system is the first step you’ll need to take, but you’ll also have to take the time to check the following to make sure your company – property and workforce – have the protection they need. Fire Extinguishers These valuable protection tools are the most essential items you can use should a fire break out. Never place commercial fire extinguishers more than 75 feet away from your employees, and also near the exits so they are easily accessible should an incident occur. Your extinguishers will need to be professionally inspected on a year basis, and you should have an in-house inspection done monthly. Employees will need to be familiar with the P.A.S.S. (Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep) operation procedure, and if not, contact the local fire department or fire safety company for training. Emergency Lights & Exit Signs The building’s