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 ...

The latest published edition of NFPA 72, the National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code-2016, further clarifies the fire alarm industry’s concept of traditional terms and their definitions. The first ...

For many fire departments false fire alarms have become a nuisance and have lead to changes in response policies due to the number of alarms. The response may limit the number of units on the initial ...

HOLYOKE -- The deadly New Year's Day fire at 106 North East St. will be on the minds of councilors tonight as a committee discusses building code requirements aimed at preventing another tragedy. The ...

Are you really maintaining your fire alarm system? Fire alarm systems are expected to help protect people, property, and assets. But you can’t tell if they’re fully operational just by looking at them ...

What are code requirements for fire alarms in a brownstone (2 fam) particularly with regard to battery powered vs wired? I understand that we need one in each kitchen and one within 12 feet from 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 ...

After hearing emotional pleas from people whose dogs died in a fire at a pet boarding business last year, the Georgetown City Council has approved requiring all existing animal care or boarding ...