In the February 2024 issue, I introduced the what rules – the category of rules that tell us what to install in a building, typically segmented by occupancy classification and maximum allowable ...

The fire alarm industry is full of rules. I’ve previously explained each of the six categories of rules, which apply, respectively, to manufacturers, what to install, how to install, to individuals, ...

Article 760 covers the installation of wiring and equipment for fire alarm systems. Residential smoke alarm systems, including interconnecting wiring, are not covered by Art. 760 because they are not ...

Tyler has worked on, lived with and tested all types of smart home and security technology for over a dozen years, explaining ...

Business fires cause hundreds of millions of dollars in damages every year, making this one of the most important safety issues for business owners and office or facility managers to address.

Should a house fire strike, you don’t want to leave your safety and well-being up to chance. In fact, each year in the U.S., close to 2,000 people lose their lives in residential fires. That’s why ...

TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - The public has an opportunity to get some help placing smoke alarms throughout the home to protect from fires through the Smoke Alarm Initiative. It will focus on the ...

This smoke and carbon monoxide alarm not only includes an 85+ dB alarm, it also includes voice messages that say “Fire!” or ...