Short answer: Yes... fire extinguishers are safe when they’re made correctly, taken care of, and used properly! In this post, we'll take a deep dive into how each of these components work to make fire protection both effective and SAFE! What’s on the Inside Matters Fire extinguishers aren’t all the same—what’s inside depends on the … Continue reading Are Fire Extinguishers Safe? Risks, Facts, and Myths
What Is NFPA 10? The Standard Behind Fire Extinguisher Rules
You might have wondered who was calling the shots when it comes to maintaining fire extinguishers… like who exactly came up with all these rules? Well, it wasn’t your DRB Crew or your local inspector. Those rules are actually generated by a national organization called the National Fire Protection Association or, NFPA, for short. Before … Continue reading What Is NFPA 10? The Standard Behind Fire Extinguisher Rules
What Are Class L Fire Extinguishers? A Guide to Lithium-Ion Battery Fire Protection
The term "L Class" has increasingly been used to describe fires that involve lithium-ion batteries and the unique hazards they pose. While “Class L” is not yet an official fire classification under U.S. standards, it has recently been recognized on the international stage. As lithium-ion batteries become more common in our everyday lives, we will … Continue reading What Are Class L Fire Extinguishers? A Guide to Lithium-Ion Battery Fire Protection