The fire chief in the village of Wilmette, a village outside of Chicago, publicly spoke to the benefits of sprinkler systems when a storage room fire was put out by an automatic sprinkler system that had been installed. The fire,… Continue Reading
Category: Fire Prevention
Designing A Commercial Building With Fire Safety In Mind
It is common knowledge insurance rates are cheaper for homes near fire stations or those with a fire hydrant nearby. It makes sense: the extent of possible damage to a home is lower if firemen can get to the home,… Continue Reading
Three Major Causes of Electrical Fires and How to Prevent Them
According to Electrical Safety Foundation International, there are about 51,000 home electrical fires each year – resulting in more than 500 deaths and 1,400 injuries. Most commonly caused by the problems highlighted below, these fires can typically be avoided through… Continue Reading
