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What is an "AHJ" (and Why You Need to Know)

WEBThe Annex for this chapter elaborates on this definition, making it clear that the AHJ can be considered a collective of individual authorities all having some level of …

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What are the Requirements for Nurse Call Systems

WEBAll code calls must be audible and visible at the primary nurse call station. The nurse call systems must have redundant notification forms. Approved staff can carry …

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What is the NFPA and Why Is It So Important

WEBThe National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is a nonprofit organization that develops and publishes codes and standards related to fire safety. Founded in …

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Overview of NFPA 99, Health Care Facilities Code

WEBIn summary, NFPA 99, Health Care Facilities Code, is an important standard that provides the minimum requirements for the protection of life and property …

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Overview of NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code

WEBNFPA 72, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, is a widely recognized standard developed and published by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) …

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Occupancy Loads and What They Mean for Fire Safety

WEBConsequences for Noncompliance. Occupancy load requirements play an important role in fire safety because they help ensure that people can safely get out of …

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What is a CO2 Fire Suppression System and How Does It Work

WEBWhen the suppression system detects smoke or fire, it then releases the CO2 agent into the space it is protecting. The CO2 level in the space quickly increases …

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Fire Safety Challenges in Complying with Joint Commission …

WEBFire safety continues to be a significant challenge for health care facilities in their Joint Commission surveys. According to the combined results of The Joint …

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Enhancing Communication and Patient Care With Nurse Call …

WEBUnderstanding the key components of a nurse call system is essential for healthcare professionals and administrators seeking to enhance communication and …

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Changes in Fire Extinguisher Safety Codes for Healthcare Facilities

WEBHealthcare facilities of all kinds need to be aware of recent changes to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 99 Healthcare Facilities Code 2018, …

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What are the Requirements for a Fire Alarm Pull Station

WEBNFPA 72 refers to fire alarm pull stations as “manual fire alarm boxes.”. The code requires that the travel distance to the nearest pull station on a given floor must be …

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Fire Hazards in Distilleries and Tips on How to Mitigate Them

WEBThe primary fire risk during the first two steps of the distillation process – the malting and mashing of the barley in preparation for fermentation – is the presence of …

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Backflow Preventers – A Critical Component in Fire Protection …

WEBBackflow preventers provide a critical interface between a building's fire protection system and the water supply that feeds it. A backflow preventer is a device …

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OSHA Fire Protection and Prevention Regulations & Responsibilities

WEBThe Occupational Health & Safety Administration issues mandates regarding how businesses and employers should protect against fire and electrical hazards.These …

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NFPA Requirements for Municipal and Volunteer Fire Departments

WEBNFPA 1720 requires that volunteer fire departments and combination fire departments have a training program and policy in place to ensure that all volunteer …

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How to Clean Up Fire Extinguisher Residue

WEBFor most fire extinguisher residues, basic first aid includes: For skin exposure, wash with soap and water. For eye exposure, flush the eyes with water until …

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Understanding Fire Watch Regulations & Procedures

WEBDefinition of a Fire Watch. In Chapter 3 of the LSC, a fire watch is defined as the assignment of one or more people with the following tasks: Notifying the fire …

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Common Fire Suppression Clean Agents – Inert, 3M™ Novec™ …

WEBLaboratory and medical equipment. The three most common clean agents on the market today are Inert gas (Inergen, Nitrogen, Argonite),3M™ Novec™ 1230 Fire …

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Monitoring Requirements for Fire Alarms

WEBThe main requirements for fire alarm monitoring and notification are found in NFPA 101, Section 9.6.4.2, which states that fire alarm systems required for any …

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