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Facilities management updates, insights, strategies & best practices

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Fire Suppression Strategies for Maintaining Safety, Protecting Critical Equipment


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Who Can Perform Fire Alarm Inspections?

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Common Questions Regarding Fire Safety ITM

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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?

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Fire Alarms: The Difference Between Addressable and Conventional Systems

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NFPA 72: Interconnectivity Requirements

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Where to Place Smoke Detectors

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NFPA 72: Commonly Asked Questions

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Know Your Fire Alarm Codes

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Navigating the Digital Horizon: Transforming Skilled Trades

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Unlocking NFPA, IBC, and IFC Codes

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What You Need to Know About Fire Barrier Inspections

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

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NFPA Program Addresses Wildfire Prevention

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

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

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

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Code Considerations for Inspecting, Testing, and Maintaining Fire Alarm Systems

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Arc Flash Analysis: Three Key Steps for Building Owners

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NFPA Releases Fire Safety Standard for Energy Storage Systems

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Post-Disaster Electrical System Checklist Available

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How to Make Sure Fire Sprinklers Remain Functional

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New NFPA Standard Helps Facilities Prepare for Active Shooters

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High-Tech Healthcare: Wireless, Smart Generator Sets Monitoring

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Emergency Communication Codes and Standards: What's The Difference?

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Ensuring Damper Performance

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Understand Arc Flash Codes, Standards, and Regulations

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NFPA Data Shows Fire Sprinkler Effectiveness

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Active Shooter Standard Fast-Tracked by NFPA

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Updates To Codes and Technology Aid Door Selection

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Four Tips for Preventing Commercial Kitchen Fires

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Building Code Requirements for Haunted Houses

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Statement from DSSF CEO: Changes to NFPA 101 Vetoed

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

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Active Shooter Standard in Development at NFPA

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Building Codes Determine Type of Door Hardware Installed

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DSSF: Changes to NFPA 101

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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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NFPA, OSHA Standards Changes for Arc Flash Addressed

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OSHA Standards Cover Electrical Hazards in Many Facilities

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Difference Between Hazard and Risk Addressed in NFPA 70E

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SIDEBAR: NFPA 70E — Spotlight on Protection

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Doors and Door Hardware Can Be The Difference Between Life and Death in an Emergency

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

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Better Guidance and Coordination Needed Among Stakeholders in Active Shooter Incidents

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Corrections Issued to Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems Code

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How Mass Notification Systems Are Used and Their Various Forms

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NFPA 72, Risk Analysis Also Important with Mass Notification Systems

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Tips on Mass Notification ‘Designers,’ Limitations, and Testing

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Kobar Tower Attack Prompted Development of Mass Notification Systems

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Combining Fire/Life Safety, Emergency Communication Systems for Mass Notification

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Dave Lubach: Rethinking the Commitment to Regulatory Compliance Issues

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Latest NEC Now Effective in 12 States

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Fire Code Changes Informed By Outside Factors

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Fire Code Clarifications NFPA 72

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Testing New Fire Alarm Systems Can Reveal Serious Problems

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Nine Reasons Building Owners Should Have New Fire Alarm Systems Tested

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

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Coordinated Fire System Testing Offers Savings

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Custom Design For Emergency Communication Systems

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Code Guidelines on Mass Notification Available, Not Required

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Fire Alarm Systems Requirements For Use In Emergency Communications

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Sprinkler Maintenance: Important Part of Fire Prevention

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How NFPA 72 Defines Mass Notification

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NFPA 72 Requirements For Mass Notification

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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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Data Center HVAC Practices Can Pose Challenges to Fire Detection

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Distributed Antenna System Helps Ensure Good Wireless Signal

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How To Choose The Right Distributed Antenna System Setup

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Fire-rated Door Preventive Maintenance Ensures Function

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Elevator Evacuation Closer to Practical Application

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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

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Mass Notification System Requires More Flexibility Than Fire Alarm

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Mass Notification Systems Offer Multiple Messaging Methods

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Opening the Door To Fire Safety

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Fire Safety: Signs of Trouble

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Fire Safety: Focus on Roles

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Health Care Fire Sprinkler Code Considerations

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New NFPA Standard to Prevent Gas Pipe Fires and Explosions

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Door Hardware: Managers Must Consider Codes and Standards

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Infrared Imaging: Invest in Safety, Training

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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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Dorm Fire Safety Tips

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Managers Discuss Priorities for Codes, Standards, Regulations

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Total Cost of Fire Up

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Testing the Fire Safety System

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Protecting Against Electrical Hazards

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Maintenance Requirements for Uninterruptible Power Supplies

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Fire Safety: Test Systems to Comply with NFPA 72

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Fire Safety: Keys to Successful Inspection and Testing Procedures

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Sprinkler Maintenance Guidelines: Start with NFPA 25

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Fire Systems: Inspection, Testing and Maintenance Ensure Compliance

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Fire Systems: What Does a Maintenance Program Include?

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NFPA-72-2010 Dedicated to Mass Notification Systems

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Keys to Managing Flammable Materials

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When Do You Use Fire-Rated or Non-Fire-Rated Door Hardware?

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Large-loss Fires Swell in 2007, Report Finds

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ICC, NFPA Add Code Provisions For Evacuation Elevators

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ICC And NFPA Approve Code Changes for High-Rise Buildings

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Hazardous Materials: Focus on Flammables

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Test Srinkler Pressure Gauges

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Codes and Standards: Understanding NFPA 13

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Adhere to NFPA Requirements During UPS Testing

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Hot Issue: Maintaining Fire-Rated Doors

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Report Explores Use of CO Detectors

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NFPA Revises National Electrical Code

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NFPA Publishes New Disaster and Emergency Management Standard

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Maryland Adopts New NFPA Codes

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Learning Lessons in Fire Safety