Tag: Life Safety

Communication should be the impetus for an appropriate response during a security related event.

In the U.S., the scope of seismic activity may be widening.

This article features six products that aid in life safety.

When disaster hits a facility, it can be devastating, but with intensive planning an organization can get back on its feet.

The ability of occupants to comprehend in-building mass notification messages is a crucial requirement for facility life safety systems.

Suitable for interior and exterior applications, this product enables facility managers to achieve safety goals and requirements without sacrificing aesthetics.

This three-phase centralized emergency lighting inverter is self-testing, self-diagnostic, and meets stringent design and performance specifications.

Can you tell me what the general requirements or accepted practices are for locating evac plans?

CoreFirst LLC has introduced a proprietary seismic upgrade retrofit system. Modular, steel constructed, “cartridge” style safe zones are installed into existing buildings to upgrade the ability of these structures to withstand a seismic event.

Directional sound is the latest life safety technology to be added to the disaster planning toolbox.

To help reduce earthquake risk for buildings, Arup provides damage mitigation through advanced “beyond code” techniques.

MSDS management is the most important aspect of this life safety issue.

The red color and distinctive shape of this AED case helps people find it quickly during a cardiac emergency.

Ashbury International Group, Inc. offers kits containing a three or more day supply of provisions during an emergency or disaster event.

This article on fire safety measures comes from the director of training and technical support for ServiceMaster Clean.

System Sensor has developed an online tool to help building professionals stay current on codes and legislation related to carbon monoxide detectors.

President Woodrow Wilson issued the first National Fire Prevention Day proclamation in 1920.

This article is provided by Robert E. McLean, CAE, executive director of the Photoluminescent Safety Association (PSA).

The Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) offers tips to protect a building from the damaging effects of a hurricane.

The American Red Cross and W.W. Grainger, Inc. recently welcomed Cisco as the newest participant in the “Ready When the Time Comes” corporate volunteer program.