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Facilities management updates, insights, strategies & best practices

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Maintenance Worker Sparks Brush Fire


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Training Occupants On Fire Safety

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When to Replace Fire Systems Per NFPA 72

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Researchers Narrow Down Wildfire Hotspots

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Identifying Problems with Fire Alarm Systems

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Rules Regarding Nuisance Fire Alarms

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Maximizing Fire Suppression Systems

Building Operating Management
Rail Station to Help Revive California City’s Downtown

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Fire Safety ITM: When the Fire Department Gets Involved

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Fire Suppression Strategies for Maintaining Safety, Protecting Critical Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Who Can Perform Fire Alarm Inspections?

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What's New in NFPA 25?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Required Documentation for Fire Safety ITM

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Common Questions Regarding Fire Safety ITM

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Maui Wildfire: A First-hand Account

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Massive Fire Destroys Chicago Pallet Factory

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OSHA Requirements for Fire Alarm Notification Systems

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Fire Alarms: Tone-Only Vs. Voice Systems

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NFPA Eyes New Standard on Battery Safety

Building Operating Management
Can Voice Fire Alarms Be Used for Other Purposes?

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NFPA 72 Requirements for Fire Alarm Notification Systems

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Do Fire Alarm Systems Need to Meet OSHA Requirements?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Fire Alarms: The Difference Between Addressable and Conventional Systems

Building Operating Management
Preventing the ‘Silent Killer’: Carbon Monoxide Detection Systems

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Forecasters Predict Another Challenging Wildfire Season

Building Operating Management
NFPA 72: Commonly Asked Questions

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Know Your Fire Alarm Codes

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Researchers Find Source of Lithium-Ion Battery Explosions

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Fire Alarms Recalled Due to Failure to Alert to a Fire

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Resilience Practices That Protect Against Wildfires

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Portable Tankless Water Heaters Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

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Michigan Warehouse Explosion Kills One

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How Building Resiliency is Changing with a Changing World

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Creating a Fire Evacuation Plan

Building Operating Management
Wildfire Smoke: A Billions-of-Dollars Concern for Facilities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Fire Prevention Starts with Proper Installation, Use and Maintenance

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4 Common Fire Hazards

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EPA Funds To Help Western States Fight Wildfire Smoke

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More Than 100 Animals Hospitalized After Shelter Fire

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Hilton Miami Downtown Installs FreshAir Sensors

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Is Your Facility's Christmas Tree a Fire Hazard?

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Field Mowers Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

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Chicago Firefighter Dies Battling Blaze, Falls Four Stories

Building Operating Management
Strengthening Building Safety: Upgrading Life Safety Equipment for Modern Needs

Building Operating Management
The Importance of Fire Safety Systems in Buildings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Unlocking NFPA, IBC, and IFC Codes

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Portable Generators Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Fire Protection System Challenges

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The Importance of Scheduled Boiler Inspections 

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Recalled Dehumidifiers Have Caused 23 Fires, $168,000 in Damage

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Power Plant Fire Affects Iowa State University

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Did Hawaiian Electric Compromise Evidence in Wildfire Probe?

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Hawaiian Utility Facing Lawsuits over Role in Deadly Wildfires

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More Than 1,700 Buildings Destroyed in Maui Wildfire

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Wildfire Smoke Emphasizes Importance of Resilience for Buildings

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Strategies for Thermal Hazard Risk Management

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New Report Targets Key Fire Safety Components

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A Surge in Electric Vehicles Brings Fewer but Harder Fires to Fight

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4 Killed in New York Fire Sparked by Lithium-Ion Battery

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Utility Vehicles Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

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University Studies Wildfire Impact on IAQ

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What to be Aware of During Wildfire Season

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Scooter Battery Cause of Massive NYC Supermarket Fire

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Code Considerations for Effective Fire Protection

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Facility Managers Face Year-Round Wildfire Challenges

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Updated Fire Safety Handbook Tackles Active Shooters, Photovoltaics

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Wet Dry Vacuums Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

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FEMA Report Spotlights Wildfire Challenges

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How to Maximize Global Collaboration with Digital Codes and Standards

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Fire Resistance: The Forgotten Protector

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FEMA Report Spotlights Emergency Management Challenges

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GSA Under Fire for Building Safety Efforts

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Fire and Life Safety Codes Drive Efficiencies

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Portable Power Units Recalled Due to Fire and Explosion Hazards

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Fire System Test Leads to Flooding at Tufts

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How to Avoid Fire Sprinkler Violations

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How Managers Can Prepare for Wildfire Season

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Strategies and Tactics to Maximize Wildfire Protection

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How to Know If Your Fire Alarm System Needs Upgrading

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What You Need to Know About Fire Barrier Inspections

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Wildfire in California Forces Stanford to Cancel Classes

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How to Protect Facilities from Losses Due to Wildfires

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Electrical Panels Recalled Due to Thermal Burn, Fire Hazard

Facility Maintenance Decisions
What You Need to Know About Fire Door Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance

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Ominous Outlook for California’s Wildfire Season

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What’s Old is New Again: Redefining a Small-Town Fire Station

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Roofer’s Propane Torch Blamed for Massive Chicago Church Fire

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Combination Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors Recalled Due to Potential Failure

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NFPA Program Addresses Wildfire Prevention

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New Guide Covers Fire Safety for Very Tall Buildings

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Portable Air Conditioners Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

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Fire Safety Officials Look for Answers After Two Tragic Fires

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Non-functioning Smoke Detectors Blamed for Deaths in Philadelphia Fire

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Firehouse Is First To Earn UL’s IAQ Certification

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How to Choose the Right Process to Upgrade Fire and Life Safety Systems

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Wildfire Resilience and the Role of Landscapes

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How to Use Internet of Things Technology to Prevent Water Damage

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Portable Heaters Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

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Roof Fire at New Orleans Superdome Leaves One Worker Injured

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How to Identify Common Fire Sprinkler Problems

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New UL Resources Target Fire Safety

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Investigation Unveils 1,100 Fire Safety Violations

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Elevators and Fire Sprinklers: Fire Safety Moves On Up

Building Operating Management
Six Best Practices for Fire Prevention

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Inspection, Testing, Maintenance: How to Keep Fire Safety Systems Safe

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Smoke Alarms Recalled for Failing to Alert Users to Fires

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5 Keys to a Fire and Life Safety Lifecycle Strategy

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How to Manage Fire and Life Safety Over a Building's Whole Life

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Comparing Two Popular Fire-Resistant Coatings

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Addressable Fire Alarm Pull Stations Recalled

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Exploding Electrostatic Sprayers Recalled

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Fire Safe? Answer These Critical Questions About Building Fire Protection

Building Operating Management
Strategies to Go Touch-Free with Interior Doors

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Deferred Maintenance Funds Target Nation’s Fire Safety Infrastructure

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Surge Protectors Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

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The Hidden Threat of Corrosion in Water-Based Fire Sprinkler Systems

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Against the Constant Crisis, Rise

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How to Prepare for a Natural Disaster During a Pandemic

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Wildfires, Rolling Blackouts and the Impact on Facilities

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Maintenance Tractor Causes Fire at Florida Gators’ Stadium

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Ensure an Accurate Test Report After Annual Fire Alarm Inspection

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Training and Certification Requirements for Maintaining Fire Alarm Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Code Considerations for Inspecting, Testing, and Maintaining Fire Alarm Systems

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Heat Detectors Recalled For Failing To Detect Heat

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For Fire Safety Systems, Going Beyond Code May Pay Off

Building Operating Management
How to Plan Fire Safety and Suppression Systems During Renovations

Building Operating Management
Early Fire Safety Systems Planning Saves Time, Money

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Fire Protection Systems: 10 Things to Check When Closing Your Facility

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Current Code Does Not Prevent Collapse in Some Fires

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Portable Generator Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

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Florida Man Sets Hospital Bed on Fire to Get Nurse’s Attention

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Heat Pumps Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

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Utility Vehicles Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

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3 New Technologies to Consider for Fire Alarm Upgrades

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Leaky Cans Prompt Wood and Masonry Coating Recall

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More Than 1,000 NYC Buildings in Violation of Sprinkler Law

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Evaluating the Effectiveness of a Fire Alarm System

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California Eyes Fire-Fighting Goats

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How to Plan for Fire Alarm System Replacement

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Does Your Fire Alarm System Need an Upgrade or Replacement?

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Philly Skyscraper Douses City During Botched Test

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California’s Blackouts Reveal Healthcare’s Fragile Power System

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Key Components of Fire Protection Systems

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Best Practices to Improve Indoor Air Quality During Wildfires

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Heat Pumps Recalled After Catching on Fire

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California Hospitals Powered by Generators During Power Outages

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Essentials of Successful Fire Protection

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Lawn Mower Engines Recalled for Fire/Burn Hazard

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NFPA Releases Fire Safety Standard for Energy Storage Systems

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Trump Defunds Critical Life-Safety Upgrades At Navy Building 

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Golf Cars Can Catch on Fire, Prompting Recall

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Post-Disaster Electrical System Checklist Available

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How Have Buildings Changed Since 9/11?

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Floor Boxes Recalled Due to Risk of Fire 

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Special Attention Required for Fire Doors and Door Hardware Selection

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New Combustible Concealed Sprinklers Models Announced

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Seismic Bracket Kit Launched

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University Implements New Emergency Policies

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Regular Inspections and Testing Keep Fire Sprinklers Working Properly

Building Operating Management
Valve Problems, Water Quality Can Affect Fire Sprinkler Functionality

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Smoke Alarm Recalled For Failure to Alert

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Old Buildings Become Fire Hazards Without Proper Maintenance

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Blazed? Fire Safety Questions Arise After Medical Marijuana Building Fire

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How System Design Affects Fire Sprinkler Functionality

Building Operating Management
How to Make Sure Fire Sprinklers Remain Functional

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University and Fire Department Partnership Offer Training Opportunities

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Fire Sprinkler Designed for Healthcare Environments

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Malfunctioning Sensors Prompt Smoke Detector Recall

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Recalled Zero-Turn Mowers Pose Fire Hazard

Building Operating Management
3 Fire Safety Myths: Will Equipment Work as Designed?

Building Operating Management
3 Fire Safety Myths: How Will Occupants React?

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Notre Dame Cathedral Fire Sends Warning to All Facilities

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Sprinkler System Offers Increased Fire Suppression

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Acquisition Aims To Enhance Fire Safety Offerings

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RECALL: Riding Mowers Pose a Fire Hazard

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Recall: Utility Vehicles Can Catch Fire

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Open Flames in the Office? Magazine Says Yes

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Drilling Over Drilling: School Prepares for Unique Threat

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Healthcare Facilities Work To Reopen After Wildfires

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Roofer Killed in Parking Garage Fire

Building Operating Management
3 Fire Safety System Upgrade Case Studies

Building Operating Management
3 Steps To Planning A Fire Safety System Upgrade

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California Hospitals Evacuated Amid Wildfires

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California Wildfires Threaten IAQ, Destroy Facility

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Wildfires Wreak Havoc on California

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Utilities Cut Power To Prevent Wildfires

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Fire Protection: Codes and Standards

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Fire Protection: Effectively Performing ITM

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Fire Protection: Understanding and Scheduling ITM

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Fire Protection: Inspection, Testing and Maintenance

Building Operating Management
From UPS to Fire Safety, Data Center Surprises Can Be Costly

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Fire Safety Worries in Higher Education

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Fire Station Fire Offers Reminder

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RECALL: Utility Vehicles Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

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RECALL: Elliptical Trainer Can Catch Fire

Building Operating Management
Best Practices for Fire Pump Testing

Building Operating Management
Test, Inspect, Maintain: Fire Suppression System Priorities

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Fire Offers Reminder of Need for Vigilance

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Boilers: Understand the Full Picture on Energy Savings

Building Operating Management
How To Do Effective Fire Standpipe Testing

Building Operating Management
Effective Fire Sprinkler Inspection: What You Need To Know

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Emergency Communication: Getting the Right Message to the Right People

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Fire Safety Threatened by Inspection Issues

Building Operating Management
Roofing Myths Busted: Installation

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Fire Focus: Blaze Offers Reminder To Prepare

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Code Considerations: Specifying Effective Fire Dampers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How To Properly Inspect and Test Fire Dampers

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Roof Fire Takes Out University's Web Services for Two Weeks

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Ensuring Damper Performance

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RECALL: Automatic Transfer Switch Can Overheat

Building Operating Management
Four Sprinkler Options for Warehouses with High Combustible Loads

Building Operating Management
Choosing the Right Fire Sprinkler Option

Building Operating Management
Common Types of Fire Sprinkler Systems

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NFPA Data Shows Fire Sprinkler Effectiveness

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Fire Focus: Rating System Exposes Buildings’ Risk

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Facilities and Fire: The Road to Recovery

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Uneven Electrical Code Adoption Opens Up Fire and Personal Injury Risk

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Elementary School Heavily Damaged in Fire

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Would Fire Sprinklers Have Prevented Trump Tower Fire?

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RECALL: Smoke Alarms May Not Detect Smoke

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RECALL: Rooftop Units Pose Fire Hazard

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RECALL: PTACs Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

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Fire Safety vs. Sustainability?

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Thoughtful Approach Required For Buildings To Be Both Fire Safe And Sustainable

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New Assessment Tool Helps Evaluate Fire Risk in High-Rise

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RECALL: Gasoline Engines Pose Fire Hazard

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Cooling Tower Leads to Roof Fire at Trump Tower

Building Operating Management
Domestic Hot Water: Higher Efficiency Systems Available

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Fire Safety: Planning Ahead for Disaster

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Fire Safety: Emergency Tests Planning

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Fire Extinguishers Recalled Due to Failure to Discharge; One Death Reported

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8,400 Buildings Destroyed in California Fires

Building Operating Management
How To Prevent Corrosion in Fire Sprinkler Systems

Building Operating Management
Know The Difference: Wet Pipe vs. Dry Pipe Fire Sprinkler Systems

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Maintenance Worker Cited in Emergency Response

Building Operating Management
Code Compliance Check Prevents Construction Cost Overruns

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Fire Fallout: NFPA To Develop Assessment Tool

Building Operating Management
Renovation Planning: How to Avoid Security, Fire Safety, and Other Code Issues

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Uptime Survey: Enterprise Data Centers Carry Two-Thirds of IT Workload

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Fire Alarm System Gateways Recalled for Failure to Activate

Building Operating Management
Building Codes Determine Type of Door Hardware Installed

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PTACs Recall Expanded Due to Fire Hazard

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Uptime Survey: Enterprise Data Centers Carry Two-Thirds of IT Workload

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Solar Panels Recalled Due to Risk of Fire Hazard

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Recall: Metal Halide Lamps Can Explode

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Keep Fire Safety Systems Current

Building Operating Management
What To Know About Fire Safety System Inspections

Building Operating Management
INFOGRAPHIC: New Design Strategies Require Fire Safety Consideration

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State of Florida, Horizontal Duct Applications Not Compliant with IBC

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Recall: Utility Vehicles Pose Burn/Fire Hazard

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Viking Introduces New 5.6 K-factor Quick Response Flush Pendent Sprinkler

Building Operating Management
Data Analytics, Internet of Things Create New Frontier in Fire and Life Safety

Building Operating Management
Fire Safety: New Opportunities for Intelligence, Interoperability

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Proposed ASTM Standard Will Aid in Fire Inspector Selection

Building Operating Management
Advances in Smoke Detection Technology

Building Operating Management
Understanding Today’s Advanced Fire Detection Options

Building Operating Management
Mobile Technology Streamlines Security and Fire Safety Products

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Kentec Protects Top Cambridge Biolab Facility

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Q&A: New Testing and Inspection Requirements for Healthcare Facilities

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Advanced Technology Donated to Chicago Fire Department Training Center

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Updated Emergency Evacuation Planning Guide for People with Disabilities Available

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Fire Alarm Pull Station Recalled Due to Failure to Alert

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Fleeing a Fire: ADA Considerations

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Addressable Fire Alarm Technology Brings Variety of Benefits to Building Managers

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Steps To Take To Improve BAS Cybersecurity

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Tyco: New Fire Alarm Speakers Are Individually Addressable

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Proposed ASTM Standard Will Help with Inspections of Fire Resistive Materials

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Understanding The Unique Fire Safety Challenges of Tall Buildings

Building Operating Management
Exterior Wall Assemblies, Performance-Based Fire Resistance: High-Rise Considerations

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SIDEBAR: Egress Strategy Critical To Overall Fire Safety Plans

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Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) Plays Crucial Role in Fire Alarm Upgrades

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Fire Code Provisions Directed At Building Occupants

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Fire Alarm Panel Recalled Due to Failure to Alert of a Fire, Smoke or CO

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Safety vs. Security: Biggest Issue in Choosing the Right Opening

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Beware of Pitfalls in Doing Fire Alarm System Upgrades

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Facility Survey Is Key with Fire System Upgrade

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Understanding Interconnections Involving Fire Alarm Systems

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Cleaner Energy Sources Benefit Bottom Line at Vanderbilt University

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Natural Gas Transition Saves Vanderbilt Millions on Maintenance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
New HVAC System Changes Priorities for Vanderbilt Maintenance Department

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Corrections Issued to Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems Code

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Changes in Fire/Life Safety Systems

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Alterations, New Occupant Can Affect Code Compliance

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Understanding Advances in Technology, When to Upgrade

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Getting the Best Fire/Life System System You Can

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Improperly Installed Extra Deadbolts Can Pose Life Safety Risk

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Commissioning Fire and Life Safety Systems

Building Operating Management
Inspecting, Testing, and Maintaining Fire and Life Safety Systems

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Tips on Testing Fire Protection and Life Safety Systems

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Taking a Comprehensive Approach To Data Center Fire Safety

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Handling Emergencies in Multi-Tenant Office Buildings

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Turf Wars, Staffing Complicate Mass Notification Plans

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Resources for Fire Safety in Green Buildings

Building Operating Management
Survey Suggests Many BAS Could Be Vulnerable To Hackers

Building Operating Management
BAS Cybersecurity Steps: Firewalls, Isolation, Patches

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Get All Stakeholders Involved in Risk Assessments

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Operate a Green Building Well and Fire Safety Will Follow

Building Operating Management
Strategies Include Familiarizing Firefighters with Site and Building

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Green Buildings, Like All Buildings, Must Mitigate Fire Risks

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Do In-Depth Evaluation to Plan Mass Notification System

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The Intersection of Green Building Design and Fire Safety

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Multitude Of Options Available For Mass Notification System

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Force of Habit Can Impact Effective Building Evacuation

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Turn Building Occupants Into Allies For Emergency Response

Building Operating Management
How Floor Wardens Aid In Emergency Evacuations

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Crisis Coordinators Play Role In Emergencies, Including Aiding Evacuation Of People With Disabilities

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Tips For Conducting Emergency Evacuation Drills

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Product Showcase: Fire/Life Safety

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Incidence of Dorm Fires Peaks in September, October

Building Operating Management
Electric Bills May Rise With New Regulations On Coal-Fired Power Plants

Building Operating Management
How Will Electric Utilities Respond To New Rules On Carbon Emissions?

Building Operating Management
Electricity-Price Impact Of New Carbon Emission Rules Will Vary

Building Operating Management
Look Closely: Will New Regulations Will Affect Your Electric Power Pricing?

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How To Soften Electric Rate Increases From New Rules On Coal Plant Emissions

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Smart Building Systems Beyond HVAC

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Fire System Can Fail Even if Code-compliant

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Changes In Fire Codes, Standards Offer New Fire Protection System Guidance For Facility Managers

Building Operating Management
Expanded Scope Of NFPA 72 Now Includes Emergency Communication Systems

Building Operating Management
Newer Versions Of NFPA 72 Include Guidance For Integrating Fire Alarm, PA System

Building Operating Management
How Outside Factors Can Influence NFPA Codes And Standards

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Why Test New Fire Alarm Systems?

Building Operating Management
Testing New Fire Alarm Systems Can Reveal Serious Problems

Building Operating Management
Nine Reasons Building Owners Should Have New Fire Alarm Systems Tested

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How to Brief First Responders

Building Operating Management
Pay Close Attention To Emergency Preparedness Plan When Specifying Fire/Life Safety Technology

Building Operating Management
Assess Current Technology, Expected Future Needs To Develop Good Fire/Life Safety Technology Plan

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Search for Fire (Safety): Inspections and NFPA 25

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Coordinated Fire System Testing Offers Savings

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Low-frequency Sounders More Effective at Rousing Sleepers

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Clearly Defined Objectives Help Make Emergency Preparedness Drills More Effective

Building Operating Management
Testing Communication With Building Staff, First Responders Is Critical Part Of Emergency Preparedness Drills

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Information Gathering Is Major Benefit Of Emergency Preparedness Drills

Building Operating Management
Drills Help Facility Managers, First Responders Develop Better Emergency Preparedness Plans

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Fire-Safety Systems: Debunking Myths, Anticipating Trouble

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NFPA 72's Low Frequency Sounders Requirement Takes Effect

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Developing a Fire Protection Plan for Data Centers

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Minimize Fire Protection Costs Through Design

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Fire Sprinkler Maintenance Steps

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Think Big Picture To Reduce Fire/Life Safety Costs

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Examine How Flammable Materials Are Stored To Determine Fire Protection Needs

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Maintenance, Commissioning Of Fire Protection Systems Can Help Reduce Costs

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A Comprehensive Approach To Data Center Fire Safety

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Evaluating Fire Detection Options For Data Centers

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Data Center Fire Suppression Systems: What Facility Managers Should Consider

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Data Center Fire Protection: Containment and Commissioning

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New Choices In Fire Protection Systems Can Help Make Facilities Safer

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Fire Suppression: Storage Spaces, Antifreeze Ban, Portable Extinguisher Monitors

Building Operating Management
Replacements For Halon Fire Extinguishing Agents

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Sprinkler Maintenance: Important Part of Fire Prevention

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Fire Alarm Systems Requirements For Use In Emergency Communications

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How NFPA 72 Defines Mass Notification

Building Operating Management
NFPA 72 Requirements For Mass Notification

Building Operating Management
NFPA 72 Does Not Require Emergency Communication System, But Provides Guidelines

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What You Need For A Mass Notification System

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Firestop Basics For Fire Protection

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Fire Code Compliance Requires Creative Solutions at Manhattan High-rise

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Technical Systems, Occupant Behavior Both Play Role In Fire And Life Safety Planning

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Training, Emergency Communications Are Crucial To Facility Fire Safety Plans

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Identifying Volunteers To Help People With Disabilities In Fire Emergency Can Streamline Evacuation

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Fire Safety In Buildings: Drills, Prevention Strategies Are Essential

Building Operating Management
Showcase Products: Fire/Life Safety

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How Facility Expansions Affect Fire Alarm Systems

Building Operating Management
Upgrading Notification Systems To Code Can Create Technical Challenges

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Peripheral Limitations Make Expanding Fire Alarm Systems Tricky

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Halon Alternatives Provide Suppression Without Hurting Environment

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Evacuation Planning for People with Disabilities

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Photoluminescence can guide occupants out

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Ways to protect data centers from fire

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Fire Safety Showcase: New Products

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Facility Managers Play Critical Role in Fire Safety Efforts

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Testing, Inspection Play Key Roles In Fire Safety System

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Fire Safety Plans Need To Account For People With Disabilities

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Understanding Fire Stop Systems in Buildings

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Modern Fire Safety Systems Can Be Cheaper, Smarter

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Capitalize on Fire Alarm Systems Advanced Communications Capabilities

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Fire Alarms: Five Ways Facility Managers Can Gain From Today's Technology

Building Operating Management
Improved Communication, User-Friendly Features Are Part of Evolution of Fire Alarms

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New Fire Alarm Systems Offer Fewer False Alarms

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New Fire Alarm Systems Offer More Options for Challenging Spaces

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Fire-rated Door Preventive Maintenance Ensures Function

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Life Safety Code Addresses Non-Fire Emergencies Too

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Key Steps to Planning Mass Notification System

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Knowing Facility's Risks Offers Big Rewards When Planning Mass Notification System

Building Operating Management
Mass Notification System Requires More Flexibility Than Fire Alarm

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Mass Notification Systems Offer Multiple Messaging Methods

Building Operating Management
Power and Gas Prices: Time for Long Term Contracts?

Building Operating Management
LEED 2012 Will Emphasize Operating Performance; ADA Deadline

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NFPA 3 and NFPA 4 Cover Commissioning, Testing of Building Fire Systems

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Federal Regulations for T12 Fluorescent Lamps, Incandescents, and EPAct Tax Deductions

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How to Restore HVAC Systems After Flooding

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High-rise Fires Cause $99 Million in Damages a Year

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Opening the Door To Fire Safety

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Fire Safety: Signs of Trouble

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Fire Safety: Focus on Roles

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High Volume Low Speed Fan and Sprinkler Operation

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Health Care Fire Sprinkler Code Considerations

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Match Roof to Fire Rating Needs

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AHJs: Complications for FMs

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Meeting Health Care Fire/Life Safety Regulations Requires Regular Checkups

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Fire Detection, Sprinkler Systems are Key Components of Health Care Fire/Life Safety

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Keys to Testing Fire Alarm, Sprinkler Systems in Health Care Facilities

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Joint Commission Survey: How One Hospital Earned a Perfect Score

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Technology Brings Positive Change To Fire Safety

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The Most Common Fire Safety Misperception

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The Dangers of Fire Alarm System Non-compliance

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How Hotel Fire Safety Systems Can Bring in Customers

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Overlooked Measures Play Critical Role in Protecting Buildings From Fire

Building Operating Management
Fire Alarm Doesn't Guarantee Building Occupants Will Evacuate

Building Operating Management
When Planning Building Security, Don't Forget About Fire Protection

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When Building Layout Changes, Consult a Fire Protection Expert

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Fire Risk Needs Close Attention in Data Centers

Building Operating Management
Effective Fire Suppression in Data Centers Requires Careful Planning by FMs

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Fire Sprinklers Statistics in Commercial Property

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Door Hardware: Codes for Fire and Life Safety

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Door Hardware: Managers Must Consider Codes and Standards

Facility Maintenance Decisions
What is the Primary Goal of Fire-Exit Hardware?

Building Operating Management
Planning Your Next Fire Alarm System Upgrade

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Trends in Fires in Educational Facilities

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Fire Safety in Food Service

Building Operating Management
Fire Code Questions to Ask Before Upgrading

Building Operating Management
Fire Safety Products

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Fire-Alarm and Detection Systems Areas of Concern

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ADA-Compliant Restroom Renovations

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Green Building Design and Fire Safety

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Emergency Planning: OSHA Offers Training Materials

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Data Center Renovation Versus Build New Considerations

Building Operating Management
Fire Safety and Prevention in Data Centers

Building Operating Management
Green Building Design Can Pose Fire Safety Challenges

Building Operating Management
Green Design Solutions and Materials May Be Fire Hazards

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Fire Safety Products

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Fire Sprinkler Retrofits in Existing Buildings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Door Hardware: ADA, NFPA Affect Product Specification

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National Fire Statistics

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Fire Safety Education

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Being Prepared for an Emergency Requires a Regularly Updated Emergency Plan

Building Operating Management
Practice Emergency Plans so Occupants are Prepared

Building Operating Management
Communication with Occupants, Local Authorities Key to Emergency Planning

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Dorm Fire Safety Tips

Building Operating Management
Sprinkler System Advances Ease Retrofit

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Total Cost of Fire Up

Facility Maintenance Decisions
What Are the Benefits of Insulation?

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Testing the Fire Safety System

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Fire Safety and Human Nature

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Maintaining a Fire/Emergency Response Plan

Building Operating Management
Facility Professionals Advised to Have Fire Emergency Plan in Place

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Communication Key to Successful Fire Evacuation Plan

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NIST Study Demonstrates the Importance of Balanced Fire Safety Design

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Insulation: Fire Safety Affects Specification

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Fire-Alarm Systems: Inspection Checklist

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OSHA Guidance on Fire Safety

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Fire System Record Keeping

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Vertical-Type Boilers Use Floating Head Design

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Fire Safety: The Goals of Visual Inspections

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Fire Sprinkler Types

Building Operating Management
Increased Levels of Collaboration Now Possible Between Intelligent Buildings and Fire and Life Safety Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Fire Safety: Test Systems to Comply with NFPA 72

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Fire-Alarm and Detection Systems: Common Maintenance Activities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Trouble Spots for Fire-Alarm and Detection Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Fire Safety: Keys to Successful Inspection and Testing Procedures

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New ASTM Fire Standard Addresses Protection of Exterior Wall Assemblies During Fires

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Building-Automation System Upgrade Meets Energy-Efficiency Demands

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Airport Upgrades to Wireless BAS

Facility Maintenance Decisions
BAS Improves HVAC Control, Energy Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Fire-System Maintenance Includes Fire Alarms and Extinguishers

Building Operating Management
Fire Safety: Drill for Safety

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Fire Systems: Inspection, Testing and Maintenance Ensure Compliance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Fire Systems: What Does a Maintenance Program Include?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Resort Retrofits Wastewater-Treatment System

News & Views
Fire Protection for Structural Steel

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Avoid Breaking Windows in High-rise Fire

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Keep the Unintended Consequences in Mind When Cutting Costs

News & Views
What to Ask Fire Alarm Contractors

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Security Perceived as Most Important Building Feature, According to Survey

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Prepping the Firefighters

Building Operating Management
Silent Partners In Fire Safety

News & Views
Taking the Heat Out of Fire

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Facility Alterations Can Affect Firestop Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
What is a Firestop?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Inspect HVAC, Electrical and Plumbing Rooms for Firestop Breaches

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Doors and Ceilings Crucial to Firestop Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Construction and Renovation Projects Call for Firestop Inspections

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Fire Safety: Who is Accountable?

Building Operating Management
What Are the Code Requirements for a Fire Alarm System In My Building?

Building Operating Management
What Should I Look for in a Fire Alarm Contractor?

Building Operating Management
Why Do Fire Alarm Bids Vary So Much?

Building Operating Management
What Do I Do With an Old Fire Alarm System?

Building Operating Management
Repair or Replace The Fire Alarm Sytem?

Building Operating Management
Can My Fire Alarm Be Upgraded?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintenance Department Renovates Classroom After Fire

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Fire Doors Offer Unique Maintenance Requirements

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NIST Releases Report on WTC 7 Collapse, Completes Investigation of WTC Buildings

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Large-loss Fires Swell in 2007, Report Finds

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Emergency Preparedness: Develop an Operations Matrix

News & Views
Ensuring the Water Supply to Sprinklers

Building Operating Management
Conduct an Initial Water Distribution System Analysis

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House Passes Grant Program for Building Code Enforcement

Building Operating Management
What is Photoluminescent Marking?

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Universal Studios Blaze Caused by Roofing Workers

News & Views
Fire: No Time to Wait

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Hot Issue: Maintaining Fire-Rated Doors

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Fire: The Human Factor

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New Certifications Being Developed for Fire Equipment Technicians

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The Human Factor

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Avoiding Data Center Fires

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NIST Tests New Technology for Fighting High-Rise Fires

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Preventive Maintenance of the Fire Safety System

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Fire Extinguisher Training

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The Importance of Firestop Training

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Abandoned Cabling Increases Fire Risk

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NIST Conference to Address Elevator Use in Emergencies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Facility Safety: Focus on Firestops

Building Operating Management
An Ounce of Prevention Keeps Data Center Fires at Bay

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Lines of Defense

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Fatal Warehouse Fire Prompts Partnership to Update Building Safety

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Blazing a Path: New Technology, Design Approach Move Fire Safety Forward

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Catching up

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Maryland Adopts New NFPA Codes

Building Operating Management
Hidden Hazard

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Fraternity Fire Kills One; Third Campus Death in Two Weeks

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New Technology Could Increase Fire Safety of High Rise Buildings

Building Operating Management
Attention to Detail Pays Off In Upgrade Planning

Facility Maintenance Decisions
A Head Start on Firestops

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Training Spotlight: Electrical Safety

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Out-of-Sight Fire Hazards

Building Operating Management
Fire Safety: Finding the Weakest Link

Building Operating Management
Learning Lessons in Fire Safety

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Keeping Sprinklers Ready and Able

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High-Tech Fire Fighting

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Better Ways to Stop Fires

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Fire Focus: Nursing Homes Face Sprinkler Mandate

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Keeping Fire In Its Place

Building Operating Management
Fire Escape?

Building Operating Management
Squelching Fire Safety Risks

Building Operating Management
New Codes Aim For Safer High-Rises

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Fighting Fire with Training

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Balanced Approach to Fire Safety

Building Operating Management
Performance-Based Fire Safety Design

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sprinkler Retrofits: Life-Cycle Issues

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Fire Safety

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintenance Bulletin

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Electronics Recycling Causing a Stir

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Fire Safety

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Stopping Fire Where it Starts

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Risks, Not Risk

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Breaking the Code

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In mission-critical design, details can obscure big picture

Building Operating Management
Talk of code changes tops legal agenda

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Testing and inspection spell success for life-safety systems

Building Operating Management
Strategies For Managing Fire Risks