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The National Fire Protection Association reports that fire departments respond to approximately 3,340 office building fires annually! These workplace fires are the cause of 40 deaths annually and over $100 million dollars in property damages. Even with fire safety best practices as a priority, you should invest in VESDA fire systems to protect your employees …

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There are an average of 3,170 deaths in the United States each year due to fire. Commercial and public buildings must have adequate emergency lighting to help direct people to safety in the event of a fire, power outage, or other disasters.  Exit lighting points people where to go during an emergency, and it needs to …

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The national average for fire damage cleanup is $12,000. That doesn’t take into account the money a business could lose from lost custom and equipment in the aftermath of a fire. The vast majority of business owners couldn’t handle a cost like that. The best way to avoid a damaging fire is with a quality …

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Did you know that around 3,170 deaths each year in the U.S. are caused by fires? This highlights the need to ensure you have important fire protection systems in place within your business. Otherwise, you don’t want to run the risk of a fire breaking out and causing damage – either to your building or your workers. The best …

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The National Fire Protection Association reports that fire departments respond to approximately 3,340 office building fires annually. These workplace incidents resulted in over 40 deaths annually and more than $100 million dollars in damages. Even with the best fire safety protocols, accidents can happen- that’s why it is essential to prioritize fire safety in the …

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Have you ever thought about what would happen if your business caught on fire? It’s a morbid thought, but it’s an important consideration. Considering measures for your business can be the difference between saving your employees and business. Now that you’ve realized this is something important to think about, you need to consider how to …

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Did you know that there are more than 3,000 structure fires in the United States annually? These fires can result in high damage, loss of business, and even the loss of life. It’s clear to see why life safety systems are so important in fire protection. United Fire presents fire life safety systems that you …

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The fire marshal inspection has saved many lives over the last 50 years. With rates of deaths dropping drastically since the 1970s, you would think there’s nothing to worry about, right? Wrong! Every 23 seconds, a fire department responds to a business or school due to a fire safety concern. It’s the vigilance that’s saving …

Preparing for a Fire Marshal Inspection: 4 Tips to Keep In Mind Read More »

A company’s fire sprinkler system is crucial in protecting the building against fires. Without a working system, you could leave your business at risk. However, if you are unfamiliar with fire sprinkler system inspections, you may not know how to get started. What should you expect to happen during a fire sprinkler system inspection? If …

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Fire suppression systems are crucial in any home and business. However, if you accidentally get the wrong tools for the job, you could put your building at risk. You need to make sure that the fire suppression system you choose will work in your situation. What is the difference between a fire alarm vs. smoke …

Fire Alarm vs. Smoke Detector: What Are the Differences? Read More »