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Human Behavior in Emergencies

Jul 10, 2013 | Safety Encyclopedia

Human behavior has been recognized as a factor in the loss of life in fires for many years. Studies of human behavior during emergencies have assisted code developers and public educators to identify factors that affect occupant survival during a fire emergency. Human...
Home Sprinkler System Benefits

Home Sprinkler System Benefits

Jul 10, 2013 | Safety Encyclopedia

Home fire sprinklers save lives and protect property…the lives and property you value most. It is clear that home fire sprinklers are a smart choice. That’s why they are growing in popularity across the country. View EFR’s Presentation on Residential Sprinkler...
Home Sprinkler System Benefits

How Home Sprinklers Work

Jul 10, 2013 | Safety Encyclopedia

The system consists of a series of piping connected to the water source and supplying the sprinkler heads throughout the home. Each residential sprinkler head is equipped with a heat sensor set to break at a prescribed temperature  (usually 135 – 145 degrees...
Home Sprinkler System Myths and Facts

Home Sprinkler System Myths and Facts

Jul 10, 2013 | Safety Encyclopedia

All sprinkler heads in the building go off at the same time causing water to flow where there is no fire. Only one or two sprinkler heads closest to the fire will activate. In the majority of fires, only one sprinkler head will put out the fire. Water flowing from an...
How to React to Emergencies in a High Rise

How to React to Emergencies in a High Rise

Jul 10, 2013 | Safety Encyclopedia

Prevention Tips Ways to Keep your Residence Safe: Never keep rubbish in the hallway. Make sure it is stored properly and collected  regularly. Don’t put items in the trash chute that are too big and may get stuck. Things caught in the chute easily can turn a fire in...