Where you work do you have a commercial fire alarm system installed? Do you know how it works? What makes up a commercial fire alarm system? Alarm Initiating Devices There are several components that make up a fire alarm system, starting with alarm initiating devices that detect that there’s a fire taking place. Typically, these… Read more »
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How to Reduce the Chances of a Destructive Fire Breaking Out in Your Workplace
Now is as good a time as any to think about ways to reduce the risk of a destructive fire happening in your workplace. Fires are costly, disruptive and take a toll on people’s minds and sense of well-being as well. Therefore, doing “little things” to help prevent workplace fires can only help avoid major… Read more »
Commercial Fires Are Every Business Owner’s Worst Nightmare
A nightmare could best be described as something frightening, terrifying, unpleasant and difficult to deal with, right? You don’t want nightmares, and if you own, manage or work at a commercial building, a fire there is one’s worst nightmare come true. Fires can be deadly. Whether it’s the flames or the smoke, fires can kill… Read more »
Life Safety Consultants is Proud of Our Longevity in the Fire Alarm Parts Industry
Life Safety Consultants is celebrating our 20th anniversary! That’s two decades of helping all sorts of people in all sorts of places get reliable fire alarm parts and more. With exceptional customer service, Life Safety Consultants has not only stayed in business, but thrived over the years. Longevity Matters in Business Longevity in business matters…. Read more »
Taking Inventory of the Current State of Your Commercial Fire Alarm System
When’s the last time you took inventory of your current commercial fire alarm system? Do you know if it’s working well or not? Keep in mind that fire alarms can degrade over time and things like dirt, dust and/or vandalism can mess with otherwise good systems. It’s a smart idea to have your commercial fire… Read more »
Commercial and Residential Fire Detection is Drastically Different
The terms residential and commercial refer to types of buildings used for different purposes. Typically, residential buildings are where people live– where they sleep, eat, watch TV, relax, etc. And typically commercial buildings are where people work– home to businesses, organizations, etc. Both types of buildings require good fire detectors, because society has decided it’s… Read more »
What are Fire Codes and Why are They Important?
If you’re buying or building a commercial structure, it’s important that you familiarize yourself with the fire codes in your state and municipality. This is true not just so your building passes all inspections, but for the safety of those who will inhabit it. If you’re unfamiliar with fire codes, here’s a few things to… Read more »
Leading Causes of Commercial Electrical Fires
Electrical issues are among the leading causes of fires in commercial buildings. If you own a business of any size, you likely have a lot on your plate and don’t often think about the risk of fire. Luckily, knowing the causes of these fires ahead of time can help you prepare and prevent them from… Read more »
Why Fire Drills are Important for Every Business
Unless you’re a firefighter, you probably don’t walk into your workplace in the morning expecting to have to deal with a fire. But unfortunately, these emergencies do happen and it’s important to be prepared if they occur at your business. One way to remain ready is to conduct regular fire drills that include all employees…. Read more »
What Should Retail Store Owners Know About Commercial Fires?
Do you own a retail store? What do you know about commercial fires? Electrical Fire Hazards For starters, what could catch on fire? You’ve got cash registers, computers, lights, air conditioning units and more in a store. Plus, you might have additional things like freezers, refrigerators and other appliances. All of these items could conceivably… Read more »