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Facilities management updates, insights, strategies & best practices

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Natural Gas and Carbon Monoxide Detectors Recalled 


Facility Maintenance Decisions
When to Replace Fire Systems Per NFPA 72

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Identifying Problems with Fire Alarm Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Rules Regarding Nuisance Fire Alarms

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Required Documentation for Fire Safety ITM

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Common Questions Regarding Fire Safety ITM

Building Operating Management
OSHA Requirements for Fire Alarm Notification Systems

Building Operating Management
Fire Alarms: Tone-Only Vs. Voice Systems

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Can Voice Fire Alarms Be Used for Other Purposes?

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NFPA 72 Requirements for Fire Alarm Notification Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Do Fire Alarm Systems Need to Meet OSHA Requirements?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Fire Alarms: The Difference Between Addressable and Conventional Systems

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NFPA 72: Commonly Asked Questions

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Know Your Fire Alarm Codes

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Fire Alarms Recalled Due to Failure to Alert to a Fire

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Smoke Sensors Help Reinforce Policies at Hotel

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How to Know If Your Fire Alarm System Needs Upgrading

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How to Choose the Right Process to Upgrade Fire and Life Safety Systems

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Smoke Alarms Recalled for Failing to Alert Users to Fires

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Addressable Fire Alarm Pull Stations Recalled

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Training and Certification Requirements for Maintaining Fire Alarm Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Code Considerations for Inspecting, Testing, and Maintaining Fire Alarm Systems

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Early Fire Safety Systems Planning Saves Time, Money

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3 New Technologies to Consider for Fire Alarm Upgrades

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Evaluating the Effectiveness of a Fire Alarm System

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Does Your Fire Alarm System Need an Upgrade or Replacement?

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Smoke Alarm Recalled For Failure to Alert

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3 Fire Safety Myths: How Will Occupants React?

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Emergency Communication: Getting the Right Message to the Right People

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Portable Classroom Presents Security, Pest Issues

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Fire Focus: Rating System Exposes Buildings’ Risk

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RECALL: Smoke Alarms May Not Detect Smoke

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Alarm Fatigue: FDD Failure At Cleveland Fertility Clinic Has Devastating Results

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Choosing The Right Access Control System

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Johnson Controls: PowerSeries Neo Earns Wireless Commercial Burglary ULC Certification

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SureView Systems Partners with Tyco Security Products

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Chiller Failure Causes Catastrophic Loss of Climate Research Data

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Potter Announces City Of Chicago Class I Approval

Building Operating Management
Form and Function: Opportunities To Improve BAS Usability

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3 Steps To Make The Most of a BAS

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Fire Alarm Pull Station Recalled Due to Failure to Alert

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Addressable Fire Alarm Technology Brings Variety of Benefits to Building Managers

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Fire Alarm Panel Recalled Due to Failure to Alert of a Fire, Smoke or CO

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Beware of Pitfalls in Doing Fire Alarm System Upgrades

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Facility Survey Is Key with Fire System Upgrade

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Understanding Interconnections Involving Fire Alarm Systems

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Handling Emergencies in Multi-Tenant Office Buildings

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Turf Wars, Staffing Complicate Mass Notification Plans

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Get All Stakeholders Involved in Risk Assessments

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Do In-Depth Evaluation to Plan Mass Notification System

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Multitude Of Options Available For Mass Notification System

Building Operating Management
Product Showcase: Fire/Life Safety

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Changes In Fire Codes, Standards Offer New Fire Protection System Guidance For Facility Managers

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Expanded Scope Of NFPA 72 Now Includes Emergency Communication Systems

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Newer Versions Of NFPA 72 Include Guidance For Integrating Fire Alarm, PA System

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How Outside Factors Can Influence NFPA Codes And Standards

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Why Test New Fire Alarm Systems?

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Testing New Fire Alarm Systems Can Reveal Serious Problems

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Nine Reasons Building Owners Should Have New Fire Alarm Systems Tested

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Pay Close Attention To Emergency Preparedness Plan When Specifying Fire/Life Safety Technology

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Assess Current Technology, Expected Future Needs To Develop Good Fire/Life Safety Technology Plan

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Low-frequency Sounders More Effective at Rousing Sleepers

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NFPA 72's Low Frequency Sounders Requirement Takes Effect

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New Choices In Fire Protection Systems Can Help Make Facilities Safer

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Fire Suppression: Storage Spaces, Antifreeze Ban, Portable Extinguisher Monitors

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Replacements For Halon Fire Extinguishing Agents

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Fire Alarm Systems Requirements For Use In Emergency Communications

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How NFPA 72 Defines Mass Notification

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NFPA 72 Requirements For Mass Notification

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NFPA 72 Does Not Require Emergency Communication System, But Provides Guidelines

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What You Need For A Mass Notification System

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How Facility Expansions Affect Fire Alarm Systems

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Upgrading Notification Systems To Code Can Create Technical Challenges

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Peripheral Limitations Make Expanding Fire Alarm Systems Tricky

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Account For Disabilities In Emergency Plan

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Fire Safety Showcase: New Products

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Facility Managers Play Critical Role in Fire Safety Efforts

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Testing, Inspection Play Key Roles In Fire Safety System

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Fire Safety Plans Need To Account For People With Disabilities

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Capitalize on Fire Alarm Systems Advanced Communications Capabilities

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Fire Alarms: Five Ways Facility Managers Can Gain From Today's Technology

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Improved Communication, User-Friendly Features Are Part of Evolution of Fire Alarms

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New Fire Alarm Systems Offer Fewer False Alarms

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New Fire Alarm Systems Offer More Options for Challenging Spaces

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The Dangers of Fire Alarm System Non-compliance

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Planning Your Next Fire Alarm System Upgrade

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Fire Code Questions to Ask Before Upgrading

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Fire Safety Products

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Fire-Alarm and Detection Systems Areas of Concern

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ADA-Compliant Restroom Renovations

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Fire Sprinkler Retrofits in Existing Buildings

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Evaluate Vulnerabilities in Facility and Technology

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The People Part

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Fire Safety Education

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Door Hardware: ID-Card Lock Systems Require More Maintenance

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Fire-Alarm Systems: Inspection Checklist

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Fire System Record Keeping

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Fire Safety: The Goals of Visual Inspections

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Fire Safety: Test Systems to Comply with NFPA 72

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Fire-Alarm and Detection Systems: Common Maintenance Activities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Trouble Spots for Fire-Alarm and Detection Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Fire Safety: Keys to Successful Inspection and Testing Procedures

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Boiler Maintenance: Safety Considerations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Building-Automation System Upgrade Meets Energy-Efficiency Demands

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Airport Upgrades to Wireless BAS

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Draft Standard Targets Door Control Panels

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What to Ask Fire Alarm Contractors

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What Should I Look for in a Fire Alarm Contractor?

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Why Do Fire Alarm Bids Vary So Much?

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What Do I Do With an Old Fire Alarm System?

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Repair or Replace The Fire Alarm Sytem?

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Can My Fire Alarm Be Upgraded?

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Catching up

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Fire Safety: Finding the Weakest Link

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Balanced Approach to Fire Safety

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In the Heat of Fire, Is Code Enough?

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Good Enough?