by Wayne Doherty | Feb 19, 2024 | Fire Safety & Preparedness, Fire Systems & Equipment
When most people think of a fire extinguisher in their workplace, their mind goes to the classic red extinguisher that’s attached to the wall, perhaps behind glass, ready to spring into action when there is danger. However, according to the National Fire Protection...
by Wayne Doherty | Jun 28, 2023 | Fire Safety & Preparedness, Fire Systems & Equipment
AIE Fire Protection is proud to announce its 40-year anniversary. Since 1983, the St. Louis-based, family-owned company has been supporting nationwide, major-brand, multibillion-dollar, and multi-location companies in all phases of fire safety and water services. “To...
by Wayne Doherty | Apr 18, 2023 | Inspections, Testing & Monitoring
When you own or manage a restaurant, water backflow prevention is critical to avert drinking water contamination. That is why backflow preventers are required by law. Not sure if you have one and where it’s located? Most likely, your restaurant has at least one...
by Wayne Doherty | Mar 22, 2023 | Fire Systems & Equipment, Inspections, Testing & Monitoring
Are you in charge of minimizing your company’s fire risk and keeping employees and patrons safe? Do impromptu fire protection inspections haunt your dreams? You’re not alone! Properly functioning fire systems are essential to maintaining a safe and secure environment....
by Wayne Doherty | Feb 23, 2021 | Fire Systems & Equipment, Inspections, Testing & Monitoring
Are you a fire safety or facility manager in a big box store, grocery store, retail store, distribution center, storage warehouse, or another type of organization who is unclear about what special fire hazard systems are, why you need them, and where you need them?...
by Wayne Doherty | Feb 11, 2021 | Fire Safety & Preparedness, Fire Systems & Equipment, Inspections, Testing & Monitoring
There is often confusion when it comes to commercial fire door inspections. Over the years, the requirements have been somewhat unclear, leaving facility managers unsure of their internal responsibilities and how often fire doors need to be inspected. AIE’s fire...
by Wayne Doherty | Jan 26, 2021 | Fire Safety & Preparedness, Fire Systems & Equipment, Inspections, Testing & Monitoring
No matter which type of business you own or manage, your commercial fire alarm systems must be inspected, tested, and maintained by a fire protection company in accordance with the National Fire Protection Association Standards – NFPA 72, Chapter 14. Though inspection...
by Wayne Doherty | Jan 14, 2021 | Fire Safety & Preparedness, Inspections, Testing & Monitoring
As a warehouse facilities manager or safety engineer, when it comes to fire safety, you may feel that following local warehouse fire safety regulations, NFPA standards, and OSHA requirements is enough to minimize the threat of fire. While these codes are extensive,...
by Wayne Doherty | Dec 18, 2020 | Fire Safety & Preparedness, Inspections, Testing & Monitoring, Maintenance
As a business owner or safety manager, it’s easy to believe there will never be a fire in any of your facilities. Unfortunately, commercial fires are a common and costly liability that can business interruptions and down time. According to FEMA, national estimates for...
by Wayne Doherty | Dec 8, 2020 | Fire Safety & Preparedness, Inspections, Testing & Monitoring
Keeping your grocery store’s customers and employees safe from fire is one of the most important tasks as a safety manager. Fire marshals agree. That’s why they perform regular supermarket and grocery store inspections for both fire protection and life safety –...
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