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Factors to Address in Fire- and Life-Safety Design
Robert E. Solomon, P.E., National Fire Protection Association, tells how identifying building use, occupancy and other factors impacts planning for an appropriate system.
A comprehensive fire- and life-safety design requires a cohesive blend of alarm/detection capabilities, an appropriate suppression system and a number of other building construction features that depend on occupancy, type of facility and [...]
Web Exclusive – NFPA 720-2009 and UL 2705 Take Action
Are You Installing the Right Carbon Monoxide Detector?
When security dealers, installers and distributors are evaluating which carbon monoxide (CO) detector to purchase, they should look for a product that is listed for the intended use and features that comply with the industry’s most recent product standards. Every alarm professional should understand the differences between American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and Underwriters Laboratories (UL) standards ANSI/UL 2034 and ANSI/UL 2075 and be aware of the new requirements of the third edition of ANSI/UL 2075 that become effective later in 2009.
Guidelines – Demystifying NFPA Code and Standard Development
Ever wonder how changes to NFPA codes and standards are made? Here’s a quick guide.
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) encourages public participation in its code and standards development. Codes and standards are revised every three to five years in a systematic and inclusive process that provides an opportunity for all stakeholders to submit input through key points in the development cycle.
Eight Points to Know About NFPA 720-2009 Changes
Prior to 2005, NFPA 720, the carbon monoxide (CO) detection standard set by the National Fire Protection Association, was little more than a recommendation. In 2005, in reaction to greater public awareness of CO poisoning and local CO detection legislation, NFPA 720 was changed from a recommended practice to an installation standard with teeth.
CODE RED: Critical Care for Healthcare Systems
The importance of fire and life safety in healthcare facilities is paramount given the vulnerability and diversity of their occupants and the high potential for fire, compounded by the expected growth within the industry.
New NFPA Evacuation Guide for Disabled Covers Effectiveness of Directional Sound
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has published the Emergency Evacuation Planning Guide for People with Disabilities for developing plans to protect disabled individuals during emergencies. This free guide can be downloaded as a Microsoft Word® or Adobe Acrobat® PDF document at www.nfpa.org.
What to Consider When Renovating Older Homes
Selecting the correct fire alarm system for a home renovation project hinges on understanding your state and local codes and then installing the right products to meet those codes, according to Fire Alarm Specialist Greg Smizer, owner of Sprint Security Inc. in Waltham, Mass. He should know. For more than 30 years, Smizer has been installing fire alarm and security systems in renovated homes across New England.
Top 5 Things to Know About CO
Nearly every residential and commercial dwelling includes flame-fueled devices of some sort. These may include gas and hot-water heaters, gas and oil furnaces, clothes dryers, fireplaces, vehicles, charcoal grills, engine-powered tools and lawnmowers.
White Paper Addresses Placement, Testing and Maintenance of System-Connected CO Detectors
White Paper Addresses Placement, Testing and Maintenance of System-Connected CO Detectors