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What Facility Managers Must Know About Fire Protection



From understanding sprinklers and fire alarm systems to knowing your role during an emergency, this conversation delivers practical fire safety strategies facility managers can apply immediately.


By Mackenna Moralez, Managing Editor  


Building fires are one of the most serious threats facility managers face, but preparation, maintenance and knowledge can make all the difference. In this episode of Facilities in Focus, Mackenna Moralez is joined by Shawn Mahoney, senior engineer in the technical services division for the National Fire Protection Association, to break down the essential fire safety practices facility managers need to know.  

From understanding sprinklers and fire alarm systems to knowing your role during an emergency and coordinating with the fire department, this conversation delivers practical fire safety strategies facility managers can apply immediately. This episode provides essential insights to help facility managers protect people, reduce risk and ensure fast recovery after a fire event.  

“If there’s a fire in your building, hopefully you’ve prepared for this — it’s not necessarily a crisis, it’s something you’re ready to get through,” Shawn says during the episode.  

The Facilities in Focus podcast publishes bi-weekly. The fourth season will cover safety and security.  

For comments or to be a guest on the Facilities in Focus podcast, please email Mackenna at fnpodcast@tradepress.com.  

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