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fire rated doors are so under rated ...

I am excited to host this webinar with 3AM Innovations Inc. and California Fire Chiefs Association on 9/27! This is a unique opportunity to learn about practical, useful, reliable technology deployments for the fire service from some of California's finest -- folks who have experienced a LOT during the course of their impressive careers. Click the link to register! (If you can't attend live, I will send all registrants a copy of the recording afterward.) https://lnkd.in/eRtdpK9Z #firefightersafety #fire #emergencyresponse #incidentresponse #incidentmanagement

Closing a door can be the difference between living and dying in a fire. Door magnets, auto closures, smoke seals and other hardware helps give people a chance and are designed to work with alarm systems to automatically create compartments during a fire to provide added time for people to get the help they need, especially those who cannot evacuate due to a disability. This is why I wrote a proposal on the International Code for means of egress, to give these people a communication device in horizontal exit compartments. Currently, the code only requires a device on one side of a door near the elevator. If this fire was in that zone near the elevator where the device is currently only required, and the person has to go to the other side of the door to live, they lose access to that device to let someone know they are trapped. The goal is continuous communication. NFPA 72 - 24.3.14.3 * The pathway survivability requirements in 24.3.14.4 through 24.3.14.16 shall apply to notification and communications circuits and other circuits necessary to "ensure the continued operation" of the emergency communications system.

What a fire door is designed to accomplish, if it is in working order.

Fire-rated doors are designed and constructed to help contain the spread of fire within a building, compartmentalizing it to protect occupants and property. Here are some benefits of fire-rated doors: 1. **Fire Protection**: The primary benefit of fire-rated doors is their ability to resist the spread of fire and smoke from one area to another within a building. They help in compartmentalizing a fire and providing a safe means of egress for occupants. 2. **Life Safety**: Fire-rated doors play a crucial role in ensuring the safety of building occupants by providing a barrier against the spread of fire and smoke, allowing people more time to evacuate the building in case of a fire. 3. **Property Protection**: Fire-rated doors help in protecting property by containing the fire to a specific area, minimizing the damage caused by the fire and smoke spread. 4. **Building Code Compliance**: Fire-rated doors are often required by building codes and regulations, especially in commercial and public buildings, to ensure the safety of occupants and property. 5. **Insurance Requirements**: Many insurance companies may require the installation of fire-rated doors as a safety measure to reduce the risk of fire-related damage and potential insurance claims. 6. **Increased Safety Measures**: Fire-rated doors are part of a comprehensive fire protection system that includes fire alarms, sprinkler systems, fire extinguishers, and other fire safety measures to provide a safe environment for building occupants. 7. **Durability**: Fire-rated doors are constructed with materials that can withstand high temperatures and exposure to fire for a specified period, ensuring their functionality during a fire emergency. 8. **Peace of Mind**: Having fire-rated doors installed in a building can provide peace of mind to occupants, building owners, and property managers, knowing that there are measures in place to help mitigate the impact of a fire. Overall, fire-rated doors are an essential component of fire safety systems in buildings, providing critical protection against the spread of fire and smoke, enhancing life safety, and helping to minimize property damage during a fire emergency.

Fire Alert! Regular fire door inspections and maintenance are now a legal requirement. But here’s the issue: your fire doors could be putting your safety at risk due to excessive gaps - and you don’t even know it. Luckily, there’s a solution. Norseal’s Frame Fit offers a fast, easy, and compliant remediation solution to fix those pesky gaps on older doors including nominal and notional fire doors. Learn more about how you can ensure your fire doors are compliant and help keep your building safe - before it’s too late! Click the link to read more http://ow.ly/gnGE30swb4G #FireSafety #RRO #FireDoors #BuildingRegulations #Norseal #FrameFi

It’s no secret that first responders all over the world are tackling immense challenges, from spontaneous wildfires to unpredictable storms. At VIKING, we’re committed to supporting the brave firefighters who risk their lives to protect us, our loved ones, and our property. VIKING design specialists truly understand the unique demands firefighters face. Protection is more than just being rugged; it's about paying meticulous attention to the smallest details that can significantly impact their safety and ability to do their job.   As a global leader, we specialize in purpose-built firefighter protection, covering a wide range of scenarios, including structural fires, wildland fires, search and rescue missions, marine and offshore environments, and even electrical fires. Click on the post and get a glimpse behind the scenes! #VIKINGSafety #RightBesideYou #Firefighters #FirstResponders #WildlandFirefighting #FirefighterProtection #SearchAndRescue #TechnicalRescue #ParticleProtection

Here are some tips for safely enjoying fireworks with family! Hit our blog page to read more in detail! Blog link- https://lnkd.in/eebWVU2z #Fireworks #funactivities #blog #familysafety #festiveseason #autumn

Great way to visualize the defensible space perimeter around your home. #defensiblespace #firewise #firesafety #firesafetytraining

The Turtle Fire System was designed to be deployed quickly and with minimal manpower. Deploying the Turtle Fire System during an emergency is always to be done under the protection of a hand line. To maximize the safety of the firefighter deploying the Turtle Fire System, a combination nozzle on a fog pattern is recommended using a cone and capture technique. When deploying the Turtle Fire System at any type of emergency, personal protective equipment (PPE) and SCBA must be worn. While not demonstrated in this video exercise, firefighters should be on-air, especially when responding to an incident involving an electric vehicle or hybrid vehicle. #turtlefiresystem #turtlefiresystems #evnozzle #evvehicle #evfire #masterstream #lithiumion #lithiumionbattery #firefighter #firefighters #fireequipment #fireservice https://lnkd.in/eqzPs5Rs