This article discusses some of the basics and what to expect when responding to buildings or equipment protected by systems that firefighters will more...

Firetrace report finds thorough and regular fire risk assessments can help protect people and communities as well as prevent costs up to $9 million per...

In the case of sprinkler systems guidelines are provided by NFPA 13 which is the standard that governs automatic sprinklers and intends that fire department...

Making sure sprinklers are properly designed, maintained, and are not defeated by the fire service is the overall objective of this column.

Detectors and sensors in pre-planning

The process of identifying potential major incidents can be challenging as opposed to smaller incidents.

Being able to accept other ways of thinking can lead to better overall fire protection and unique solutions to unforeseen challenges.

Manufacturing facility sprinkler design is derived from experience with what were called pipe schedule sprinkler systems.