Holiday Fire Safety Tips for Homeowners The holiday season is a time for fun celebrations, family gatherings, and festive decorations. However, it’s also a time when the risk of home fires increases. In fact, according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), nearly 30% of home fires and 38% of home fire deaths occur during […]
Holiday Fire Safety Tips for Businesses The holiday season brings increased foot traffic, festive decorations, and extended hours for many businesses. While this is great for business, it also heightens the risk of fire incidents. Check out these statistics from the U.S. Fire Administration’s national estimates for nonresidential building fires and losses: As you prepare […]
Fire Prevention Week 2024 Fire Prevention Week is observed annually during the week of October 9th to commemorate the Great Chicago Fire of 1871. This fire claimed the lives of over 250 people and destroyed more than 17,400 buildings, leaving a profound impact on communities across the nation. In response to this tragedy, Fire Prevention […]
Commodity Design Evaluation for Fire Sprinkler Systems Ensuring the safety of a building’s occupants and assets is paramount in the construction industry. One critical aspect of this safety is effective sprinkler system design. Understanding the role of commodity design evaluation for fire sprinkler systems can help you make informed decisions, comply with safety standards, and […]
Trusted Fire Protection Contractor In construction, partnering with a trusted fire protection contractor means finding reliable and experienced professionals who can deliver top-notch services, on-time and within budget. At USA Fire Protection, we specialize in providing comprehensive fire protection and life safety solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of your construction projects. Who We […]
Illinois PFAS Reduction Act Aqueous film-forming (AFF) foam is a fire suppressant used to extinguish flammable liquid fires. While this foam was once a crucial part of many fire suppression systems, research shows that AFFF contains toxic chemicals known as PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances). These substances have raised environmental and health concerns. Therefore, efforts […]
Elevator Monitoring Elevators have quickly become essential for businesses, ensuring the smooth flow of people and goods across floors. However, elevator malfunctions can occur at any time, causing downtime, disruption, and dissatisfaction. At USA Fire Protection, we understand these pain points and strive to help your business thrive with the fire and life safety solutions […]
Fire Alarm Monitoring When it comes to owning or managing a business, ensuring the safety of your property and occupants is not just a responsibility – it is a commitment. At USA Fire Protection, we understand the gravity of this commitment and strive to protect people and property with the fire and life safety systems […]
Construction Safety Week 2024 Construction Safety Week allows businesses and individuals to re-focus and re-energize safety efforts. At USA Fire Protection (USAFP), safety is the foundation of everything we do. In fact, our safety procedures, mental health resources, and high equipment standards are a testament to our safety culture. Furthermore, as the Midwest’s leader in […]
Quick Response Sprinkler Testing In the mid-1990s, a groundbreaking type of fire sprinkler was introduced into the industry: the quick response (QR) fire sprinkler. In fact, in 1996, the NFPA 13 standard began requiring quick response or other fast-response fire sprinklers in new systems installed in light-hazard occupancies. These sprinklers, sometimes referred to as fast response sprinklers, […]