Serving Up Fire Safety in the Kitchen Food brings family and friends together, especially around the holidays or during celebrations. As you prepare for all your fun family festivities, it is important to keep kitchen fire safety in mind to keep you and your loved ones safe. Cooking Can Be Costly The NFPA reports that […]
Fire Protection Dictionary – 8 Fire Protection Terms You Should Know Whether you are looking into fire protection system installation or are just interested in learning more about fire protection, it may be helpful to know a few key fire protection terms to help communicate your challenges and needs. Here is a quick list of […]
6 of the Most Flammable Household Items U.S. fire departments respond to an estimated average of 350,000 home structure fires per year, according to the National Fire Protection Association. The study shows that cooking/heating equipment are the leading causes of home structure fires, but there are many common household items that could increase the risk. […]
2021 Fire Prevention Week On October 8th, 1871 the city of Chicago was devastated by a vicious fire that raged across the city for two days. The blaze, now known as the Great Chicago Fire, took more than 250 lives, 17,400 structures, 2,000 acres of land, and left a lasting impact across the nation. In 1925 President Calvin Coolidge responded by declaring Fire Prevention Week […]
Fall Fire Safety Tips As summer comes to an end and the leaves begin to fall, it is time to prepare for the new season ahead. The crisp autumn air, colorful leaves, and cooler weather are the perfect recipe for some fun fall festivities. Before arranging a bonfire with family and friends, tapping into Halloween […]
WHY REVERSE PARKING OR FORWARD FIRST PARKING IS SAFER Why is Reverse Parking or Forward First Parking safer? Continue reading for the facts, the myths and why you should do it everywhere you go! Driver safety does not stop in the parking lot. In fact, drivers should be even more vigilant of their surroundings while […]
Fire Sprinkler Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance Schedules USAFP inspects, tests, and maintains following the latest versions of NFPA. This includes fire sprinkler systems, standpipes, fire pumps, and more. Our highly trained professionals will make sure your systems stay up to date while exceeding all expectations. Check out the chart below to see what maintenance your […]
Be Present, Be Focused, Be Safe Construction Safety week is dedicated to teaching employees to prioritize physical and psychological safety while on and off the job. Each year it is important to refocus and re-energize safety efforts and remind ourselves how to stay safe. Usually, what comes to mind about safety in the construction industry […]
When yard waste cleanup comes around backyard burning becomes more popular. Burning leaves and other yard waste gives people the excuse to have a bonfire. But before you bring out the s’mores and light the fire, make sure you check your local regulations. Many areas require permits to burn, and others may have plants prohibited […]
Environmental Benefits of Fire Sprinklers Clean water is essential for everyone. In addition to keeping us healthy, water provides job creation and economic/social/human development. Fire sprinklers can help combat the global water crisis and provide public safety in the process. In an experimental study performed by the Home Fire Sprinkler Coalition (HFSC), researchers sought […]