Fire suppression systems are the backbone of fire safety for every building, and what makes this layer of defense work to fight a fire threat is the fire pump. This device will activate in the event of a fire and… Read More
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Popular Types of Fire Sprinklers
In the event of a fire, buildings that come with an efficient fire sprinkler system will reduce the damage caused by up to 60%, compared to buildings without them. Fire sprinklers will protect your business from the devastating aftermath of… Read More
Requirements for Proper Fire Alarm Testing
Fire alarm testing is one of the most critical pieces of building maintenance for your business. Not only will regular fire alarm testing keep your facility in compliance with national and state laws, but it will protect your team members… Read More
The Advantages of Working with NICET Certified Technicians
NICET Certified technicians can offer tremendous benefits when it comes to installing and maintaining your fire alarm systems. These highly-trained technicians must go through thorough testing to become certified, meaning that you can be confident that your systems will always… Read More
Keep Everyone Jolly During the Holidays with These Fire Safety Tips
The holiday season is the perfect time to revise your fire safety tips. Whether you celebrate in the office or at home, your holiday work festivities should be safe. Many decorations and traditions can quickly become fire hazards if left… Read More
A Guide to Deluge Fire Sprinkler Systems
Deluge fire sprinkler systems are an excellent option for fire control in hazardous or industrial environments. This is especially true if there is a risk for a massive fire that would need a significant amount of water or other fire… Read More
What Fire Safety Systems Belong in a Store?
The fire safety systems in place at a store should protect customers, employees, and property. Chesapeake Sprinkler Company has decades of experience installing fire safety systems at commercial locations. A store has many factors that should be considered before investing… Read More
The Parts of Your Fire Alarm System
The obvious purpose of your fire alarm system is to alert you to a fire and contact authorities. However, there are other parts of your fire alarm system that go into action during a fire. Fire safety systems have many… Read More
Can a Lightning and Thunderstorm Affect Your Fire Alarm System?
Fire safety systems, like any life safety system, can be affected by a thunderstorm. Lightning is a dangerous environmental phenomenon that affects electrical devices of any kind. Not only do thunderstorms come with lightning, but they can cause floods. Like… Read More
This is Where You Should Place Your Fire Extinguishers
The correct placement of your fire extinguishers relies on what hazards are in your building and the standards set out by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. OSHA provides safety standards to keep workers safe in the workplace. OSHA Requirements… Read More