All buildings need to have at least one fire extinguisher, and usually will require multiple. However, you can’t just have them around the building in order to stay safe. Competence in utilizing a fire extinguisher is vital in preserving the… Read More
Archive for the ‘Fire Extinguishers’ Category
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Causes of Depressurization in Your Fire Extinguisher, and Why It’s Dangerous
For homes and businesses alike, you likely don’t have your fire extinguishers at the forefront of your mind every day. You might believe that your extinguisher will be ready whenever you need it, but problems can come up, sometimes without… Read More
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Improper Ways to Use a Fire Extinguisher
Any time there is a fire emergency, one of the first tools you’ll be picking up is your fire extinguisher. These tools are ever helpful for keeping fires contained so that they don’t spread to other areas throughout your building…. Read More
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What to Know About a Fire Extinguisher Inspection + Maintenance Procedures
Whenever there is a fire emergency, fire extinguishers tend to be the first tools we have to defend ourselves. They’re useful to have when trying to combat smaller fires, and you want to have them all around your building at… Read More
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What Happens When a Fire Extinguisher Isn’t Used the Correct Way
We don’t want fires to break out, but when they do, it’s easy to go into panic mode. You’ll likely want to either escape the premises if the fire has gotten too large or put out the fire if it’s… Read More
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Cleaning Up Various Types of Fire Extinguisher Residue
Safety with fire extinguishers is something that a lot of people like to discuss, and knowing how to handle these devices is integral to the safety of everyone in the instance of a fire emergency. For those who have used… Read More
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Dangers of Having Your Fire Extinguisher Overcharged
Overcharged fire extinguishers are a serious danger, and you should avoid having them overcharged no matter what. While it is common to acknowledge the dangers of an inoperable fire extinguisher, knowing what happens when one is overcharged is just as… Read More
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What a Fire Extinguisher Training Program Should Include
Anyone who owns a business should understand the importance of proper fire extinguisher usage. Fire extinguishers are helpful for keeping a business safe in the event that a fire breaks out. However, these devices only prove themselves to be useful… Read More
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Knowing Which Fire Extinguisher to Use For Your Business
Fire damage in a commercial area is always going to be a serious problem. Fires are capable of causing so much damage in a short amount of time, usually resulting in you being forced to shut down your business to… Read More
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Why You May Fail a Fire Extinguisher Inspection
At a certain point, your fire extinguishers are going to need inspecting. When they do, you’ll want everything to be up to code. This ensures your building is protected during a fire and that your business doesn’t run into problems,… Read More