NFPA Requirements for a Fire Watch
Fire safety systems are designed to save lives and properties during a fire. Some Minnesota buildings are required to have a fire alarm and automatic sprinkler systems. But what happens when one of...
Minnesota Building Code: Sprinkler Requirements Explained
Fire sprinkler provisions have been in building codes for decades. Automatic fire sprinkler systems improve survival rates and decrease the risk of financial loss by limiting the spread of flames. A...
What to Consider When Implementing A Fire Monitoring Service
You’re looking to implement a new fire monitoring service or upgrade your existing one, how do you know what factors to consider? The features you need will depend on the type of building or...
Security and Fire Safety Tips for Emergency Preparedness
Emergencies are always unexpected and can take many forms, ranging from fires to break-ins. While you can’t predict exactly when or where they’ll happen, you can make sure you’re prepared if and when...
Selecting a Video Doorbell System
If you’re shopping for a video doorbell system, you’ll have a device that lets you see visitors, store the images, and in some cases, converse with them. The number of models and features available...
How to Clean a Kitchen Hood the Right Way
It’s your job to remove smoke, grease, and grime from your kitchen hood and cooking area. You need to clean it regularly so splatters and grease don’t accumulate on the hood itself or in its...
How to Put Out a Grease Fire
Most of us use our kitchens to cook so often that it’s become a routine we don’t see as being dangerous. Kitchen fires are unfortunately quite common, however. The National Fire Protection...
Do I Need a Class D Fire Extinguisher?
Portable fire extinguishers have specific letters to designate what type of fires they can be used on. Choosing the right type of extinguisher to fit your needs is essential since using the wrong...
Common Building Security Vulnerabilities
If you’ve invested in a security system for your business, you may assume that your needs are sufficiently covered. You’ll need to stay on top of things, however, to make sure you don’t have any...
7 Ways To Safety-check Your Vendors
At Brothers Fire & Security, we believe that safety is paramount to our success. Like us, we know many businesses that work hard to ensure their employees and customers are in a safe, protected...