Fire Safety Learning Center

Have you ever been in a catastrophic event that threatens your life? If not, you have no idea how dangerous it can actually be. You can be stuck in various problems even if you are in your residence. This includes natural disasters like earthquakes, tsunamis, hurricanes, or other more common occurrences like property fires. The biggest mistake most people make is disregarding the possibility of facing a problem like this. However, these incidents are more common than you may think. According to statistics, there are around 8 deaths for 1,000 fires on average. It’s an alarming number considering you could be...

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...

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...

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...

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...