The fire alarm industry is full of rules. I’ve previously explained each of the six categories of rules, which apply, respectively, to manufacturers, what to install, how to install, to individuals, ...

In the February 2024 issue, I introduced the what rules – the category of rules that tell us what to install in a building, typically segmented by occupancy classification and maximum allowable ...

Business fires cause hundreds of millions of dollars in damages every year, making this one of the most important safety issues for business owners and office or facility managers to address.

Article 760 covers the installation of wiring and equipment for fire alarm systems. Residential smoke alarm systems, including interconnecting wiring, are not covered by Art. 760 because they are not ...

WEBVTT DOZENS OF VOLUNTEERS FROM THEAMERICAN RED CRO WENTDOOR-TO-DOOR IN THIS MOBILE HOMEARE INSTALLING SMOKE DETECTORS,CHECKING BATTERIES, AND HELPINGRESIDENTS CREATE AN ESCAPE PLAN.>> THEY GAVE ME A ...

In 2003, United States fire departments responded to 2,189,500 false alarms, excluding good intent and smoke scare calls. Everyday throughout the United States, fire departments respond to numerous ...