You probably don't spend much time thinking about the pressure gauge on your fire extinguisher. It hangs on the wall, the needle points somewhere, and as long as nobody has needed to use it, everything must be fine... right? Not necessarily. Knowing what that little gauge means can help you make sure your extinguisher is … Continue reading How Do I Know If My Fire Extinguisher Is Charged?
What You Need to Know About Fire Extinguishers in Your Home
When it comes to fire extinguishers at home, most people fall into one of two camps: “we’ve got one… somewhere" or “wait… do we even have one?” Obviously, the DRB Crew would much rather see you in the "I've got multiple extinguishers and I know where they are and what they are for" camp! To … Continue reading What You Need to Know About Fire Extinguishers in Your Home
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