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What Is the Basic Home Fire Safety Equipment?

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Fires in a residential or commercial unit can be a serious risk. It can damage property and life, endangering people within the property. Most people think they will never encounter such instances, but that’s not always the case. It’s why individuals should put in efforts for higher safety. For instance, fire extinguisher maintenance can help prevent a fire when it starts. What Is the Basic Home Fire Safety Equipment? The protection from home fires extends further from a fire extinguisher. According to reports, there are three to four home fires regularly, which greatly put the safety of residents at risk. While...

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Top Four Safety Tips for Fire Safety In Chicago

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Making sure that fire safety is a top priority in your Chicago property is highly important as it can lead to a potential lawsuit against you personally as part of the board. When it comes to making sure residents are safe, you want to ensure that all fire safety precautions in are in place. Connected Fire is a great way to do all that and so much more. Our team of professionals can help you to incorporate the following top safety tips while ensuring the protection of your building, tenants, and investment. Here are four safety tips for property owners: Check...

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When Did You Last Have Maintenance On Your Emergency Lighting & Signs?

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The emergency lighting and signs in a commercial building is part of the regulations set forth by Chicago fire safety protocols. It’s not only important for them to be located properly and clearly visible, it is also important that they are tested on a routine basis. As a commercial property owner, do you know when the last time your lights and signs were properly checked? If not, it’s time to contact the team here at Connected Fire. We provide expertise in Chicago fire safety standards, regulations, and property testing to ensure you stay within regulations and code. You don’t want to...

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Good Housekeeping Leads to Worksites That Are Safe!

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Good housekeeping practices are generally considered basic measures for a fire prevention plan. Worksites that practice poor housekeeping usually experience extensive fire safety concerns. Housekeeping includes simple things like fire extinguisher maintenance that safeguards properties against potential fire accidents. Safe housekeeping practices are not limited to indoors. Both outdoor and indoor housekeeping practices are crucial for the safety of people working there. Housekeeping Overview Keeping your worksite clean and neat reduces the fire risk but offers added benefits, like boosting employee morale and increasing employee productivity. Three basic things included in housekeeping help prevent accidents and fire. Operational cleanlinessEquipment arrangement and...

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Tips for Evacuation in Case of a Fire

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Many emergency scenarios require your evacuation from home, a public place, or the workplace. Sometimes, you may have enough time to prepare yourself for evacuation, but in some situations, like a fire, you must evacuate immediately. Therefore, planning how to evacuate safely and quickly is important. Keep reading this article to find useful evacuation tips from a fire and protect yourself from any mishap. Tips for Evacuation in Case of a Fire The constant sound and flashing fire alarms are an obvious evacuation signal, but how will you escape the fire? Make sure to unlock all the doors and windows, and...

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