Ensuring Fire Alarm Speech Intelligibility
When a fire emergency occurs, every second counts. Modern fire alarms do more than just sound an alert–they provide vital voice instructions to guide building occupants to safety. Speech...
Get Control of Your Fire & Security Systems with the BFS Planning Matrix
For many business owners, fire and security system maintenance begins with setting an annual budget and timeline. However, the critical next step—proactively scheduling inspections, servicing, and...
Understanding NFPA Standards: The Key to Comprehensive Fire Protection
Fire safety is critical for businesses and property owners. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) provides over 300 standards that are essential for protecting lives, assets, and preventing...
4 Things You Need To Know About Kitchen Hood Maintenance
Much can go wrong in a commercial-grade kitchen where grease, smoke, and flame are “tools of the trade.”
What is an Area Of Refuge?
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires that all public-accessible buildings include design features to support people with disabilities. But what if there is a fire emergency? Evacuation...
Bouncing Back from a Security Breach: Strengthening Access Control and Building Security
Security breaches are a nightmare forproperty owners and building managers, leaving a trail of anxiety, damaged trust, and costly repairs. When such incidents occur, it's crucial to act swiftly to...
Consolidate Your Fire, Security, and Monitoring Services: How to Switch and Select the Right Vendor.
Fire and security monitoring solutions are paramount for any business. Whether you're considering consolidating your vendors into a single provider or switching to a more reliable partner, making the...
New Carbon Monoxide Alarm Requirements for Hotels, Lodges, and Motels
New regulations are now in place in Minnesota mandating the installation of carbon monoxide (CO) alarms in various lodging facilities, including hotels, housing lodges, and motels. This recent change...
Fire Hydrant Reliability: The Importance of Regular Testing and Flushing
Fire hydrants are critical components of a community's fire protection system, providing firefighters with immediate access to water during emergencies. Hydrant maintenance requires pressure testing...
NFPA 25: Guide to Testing and Inspecting Fire Sprinkler Systems
As a building or facility owner, you must take a proactive approach to establish a program for periodictesting, inspection, and maintenance. Otherwise, deficiencies such as inoperative fire pumps...