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In Australia, all commercial businesses are required to maintain electrical safety. One important component of Electrical Safety is the installation of RCD Safety Switches. Once the RCD's are installed, they are also required to be tested periodically to ensure they are working correctly. There are RCD Testing Requirements in place help the owner maintain safety and compliance. However, the first question some owners may have is, "what is an RCD?" Frequently Asked Questions About RCD's What i...

Every homeowner should consider having a fire blanket somewhere in their home. After all, you never know when it will be needed. Of course, it is important to make sure that it is out of the way when it is not being used. This way, it will be in good condition in those emergencies. Below is some more information regarding Fire Blankets. Get Familiar With Your Fire Blanket If there is a fire blanket already installed in your home or office it is good to familiarise yourself with it. Take the b...

AS 1851 (stands for Australian Standards 1851) is a set of rules and regulations that ensure building owners are compliant in meeting the safety standards imposed on fire protection systems. These rules and regulations help to ensure all state and Occupational Health & Safety rules are met so the building owner can be sure they are in compliance with all applicable laws. fire protection systems AS 1851 sets the standards for all inspectors, contractors, regulators and business owners in t...

The Australian Standard 1670 (AS1670) outlines the basic requirements when it comes to the design and installation of automatic fire detection as well as alarm systems. The components for the systems are designed and manufactured in line with the AS 1603 standard. emergency warning systems According to the Building Code of Australia (BCA), emergency warning systems fall under three main categories, including: Emergency warning and intercommunication system. Emergency sound and interc...

Commercial business owners need safety devices to prevent worker injuries. Among the events that are known to produce multiple injuries and potential fatalities are fires. The most common fires in these buildings relate to electrical systems and wiring. For this reason, owners must install devices that help gain better control over these events. A Fire Control Panel could be the right answer to this anomaly. However, the first question most business owners have is, "What is a fire control panel...

Foam fire extinguishers have undergone a major transformation over the years. They originally came with a thick and gloopy texture. The foams were rather smelly due to the use of high animal protein content. Conversely, modern Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) is more evolved and advanced. It provides a more effective solution when it comes to fire extinguishing. class A and B fires This type of extinguisher is typically indicated by a blue band above the instructions. It is designed to exting...

AS 1319:1994 is an Australian standard that outlines the need to devise and implement safety signs in a work environment to ensure safe workplace behavior and practices and hazard prevention. These signs help prevent injuries by making sure both employees and visitors are alerted about the likely hazards and dangers ahead in specific environments and situations. The absence of these signs would make it difficult for the people on the floor to react to or escape an industrial accident. More Abo...

Planning for emergencies is an integral part of the safety and security of every organization and its personnel. In 2010, changes were implemented to the AS 3745 Standard by Australian Standards. This standard is also known as Planning for emergencies in facilities. With the new version in place, organizations are encouraged to update their practices and training procedures to comply with the legislation. Following is a brief overview of the differences as presented by the new standards. ECO A...

A Carbon Dioxide Fire extinguisher or Drychem extinguisher is a specific type of fire extinguisher that can be used on electrical fires. This is particularly important for workplaces in Australia that use high-powered equipment or infrastructure. Depending on the nature of the workplace, the user may be required by law and the AS 1851 safety standards to ensure the user has a CO2 fire extinguisher installed. The Carbon Dioxide fire extinguisher is one of the 6 types of fire extin...

Childcare centers are tasked with keeping children safe while parents are away, but they also must ensure that kids and staff remain safe in an emergency. Should a fire break out in the facility or nearby, it is crucial to have fire evacuation procedures in childcare in place. Without it, businesses may face legal ramifications and more if the fire causes injuries or death. Australian Authorities have put several standards and policies in place to ensure a professional level of safety. Several...

Electrical fires are far more common than everyone thought and they can happen at just about any time. As such, commercial properties need to be properly equipped to handle the same, if one does occur. Certain types of fire extinguishers are designed to work in the case of electrical fires. These are called Electrical Fire Extinguishers. It is important to understand the nature of electrical fires so you can understand which type of extinguisher is best to use.  fire extinguishers Becaus...

Electric blankets are a money-saving option. They make it easy to stay warm and comfortable without needing to heat a whole home. However, they are not without their risks. Electric Blanket Safety is a serious issue due to the house fires and severe burns they cause every year. In most instances these tragedies are avoidable. Here are a few ways to be a responsible owner of an electric blanket. Tips for Electric Blanket Safety The easiest way to reduce the electric blanket fire risk is to tur...

Many workplaces contain areas that are considered to be confined spaces. A confined space is an enclosed or partially enclosed area that, while it may be big enough for a worker to enter, is not designed for a person to work in regularly. These spaces often lack resources that would normally be found in areas designed for continuous occupancy, such as proper ventilation systems, lighting, or areas that would allow for easy entry (such as stairwells or doorways). Common confined spaces can...

GearGrid’s products are being used by all of the student-athletes at Hutchinson High School, located in Hutchinson, Minnesota, daily in practice. “Each sport has its own storage cage. They have padlocks that only the coaches can access,” said Thayne Johnson, Hutchinson’s Activities Director. GearGrid’s storage solutions These storage cages replaced Hutchinson High School’s old flimsy cabinets that weren’t holding up to the various requirements of the s...

Every commercial building must have fire safety equipment that meets or exceeds the requirements of the law. It is imperative business owners fully understand their obligations so they can be sure they stay compliant and their building stays safe for their employees and visitors. With this information, business owners can be fully educated on what they must do to stay compliant and how they can maintain their equipment according to the law. With the right Fire Safety Equipment in place, bu...

In order for a fire protection system to perform as intended, it's vital to realize that fire protection in any facility consists not of just a few sprinkler heads or smoke control systems but of a network of engineered systems that should all function in synchrony to get the intended outcome. The fundamental purpose of implementing a fire protection system is to ensure the safety of each individual in the shopping mall in the event of a fire. Fire safety challenges Fire hazards to be conside...

Running a real estate agency is a huge responsibility, with a booming business and a wide list of staff to guide through the process. A developing business, however, does not have complete assurance for a bright future ahead if there are literally bright flames burning down its assets. What is sometimes neglected but highly significant is the Real Estate Fire Safety Equipment required in the workplace. If they seem to have a limited fire protection system in the office, take some time to r...

Brisbane resorts should have the best practice measures to ensure the safety of their Guest during an emergency. Resort owners and managers alike are responsible for the fire protection and the safety of the people on their premises. This responsibility comes in concurrence with the implementation of safety rules and guidelines that must be strictly adhered to. A Fire Safety Advisor could assist in this. Queensland's Building Fire Safety Regulations Fire Safety Advisor concept has been introd...

Fires at schools can be traumatic for the entire school community. Fire risk can be lessened by having buildings that are designed with fire safety features. The fire and safety design requirements for schools tell them how to protect their school from fires with the safety of both students and teachers in mind. Australian Standards 1851 Following the Australian Standards 1851 fire and safety design requirements for schools means that schools must comply with the legislation around fire safet...

A fire on a construction site can result in serious injuries, loss of supplies, equipment, and even lives. For this reason, it is crucial to be more vigilant about fire safety. The most apparent defense against fire in construction sites, besides planning, preparation, and prevention, is construction firefighting equipment. Firefighting equipment may vary depending on the age, size, use, and type of building construction in residential, commercial and industrial premises. A building constructio...

A Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher is the most common type used in Australia. It is also known as a DCP, BE, or ABE fire extinguisher. To determine if a fire extinguisher is a dry chemical type, one simply needs to look for the white band that runs around the tank. One can also check the description sign to ensure they have the right fire extinguisher. With this information, people will know more about these extinguishers and how they work so they can be used safely. What Types of Fire Need Dry...

Developers, engineers, building owners, tech start-ups, and coders are needed to join a central London Hackathon that will bring experts together to develop new, commercially viable solutions that will radically change the face of fire safety within buildings in the UK and around the world. Hosted by the Association for Project Safety (APS), the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), and Hack_Construct, the free-to-attend, two-day Hackathon will take place at the IET London: Savoy Pla...

On May 18, 1999, the inaugural meeting of the International Fire Sprinkler Association was held in Baltimore, Maryland, USA. Representatives of ten companies along with staff from the National Fire Sprinkler Association agreed on the establishment of a new organization that would work to increase global awareness of the effectiveness of automatic sprinklers and other water-based fire suppression systems. From the start, the IFSA founders envisioned a supporting role for IFSA: it would be an org...

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is hosting a free active shooter/hostile event program for emergency managers, policymakers, fire, police, emergency medical services (EMS), school officials and facility managers in San Antonio, Texas, on Tuesday, June 18, 2019. Active shooter program Attendees will benefit from a half-day public session that will feature keynote speaker Michele Gay, Co-Founder of Safe & Sound Schools, who lost her daughter during the Sandy Hook Elementary S...

The fire protection of substations to maintain a secure power supply is of particular importance for large energy suppliers. Due to the rapid and efficient operation of high-pressure water mist fire-fighting systems, the proportion of protected transformer systems using this technology continues to rise worldwide. AQUASYS has developed a unique design for a large energy utility that benefits from the advantages of water mist systems compared to its conventional spray flood systems to minimize w...

AS 1851 (stands for Australian Standards 1851) is a set of rules and regulations that ensure building owners are compliant in meeting the safety standards imposed on fire protection systems. These rules and regulations help to ensure all state and Occupational Health & Safety rules are met so the building owner can be sure they are in compliance with all applicable laws. Standards for installation With a yearly test and survey, the tools can be properly checked to ensure it perf...

Recent news headlines about devastating fires have left many building owners and small business proprietors concerned about what a fire loss would do to their facilities and operations. Unlike larger organizations, they don’t have the luxury of employing risk management and loss prevention experts to analyze the risk and develop procedures to ensure business continuity. White paper offers practical advice on fire safety Small organizations don’t have the budgets that large compani...

Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service (CFRS) has issued safety advice about the use of incense sticks after they were involved in two separate house fires. Crews attended a house fire in Keyston in Huntingdonshire on the morning of April 30, while less than an hour later crews were called to a similar fire in Soham. Spreading aromatic scents A fire service spokesman said: “These fires were both started by incense sticks that had been left unattended. Lighting incense is a common and po...

Of the 673 new schools that have been built and opened under the government’s flagship school program, only 105 were fitted with sprinklers. With hundreds of schools in the United Kingdom, witnessing a fire each year, this alarming statistic once again emphasizes that money spent on dealing with the aftermath of fires should be spent on sprinklers instead. The Business Sprinkler Alliance (BSA) shares the concerns of Labour Party MP and former teacher, Stephanie Peacock, who stated “...

The Viking Corporation, a global pioneer in fire protection and life safety systems, has added a new 3.0 (43) K-factor residential flat plate concealed pendent sprinkler to its leading Freedom® residential product line. The new Model VK496 is cULus Listed with a flow rate of only 8 GPM (30 L/min), and a pressure requirement of only 7.1 PSI (0.49 bar) in a 12 x 12 ft (3,7 x, 3,7 m) room size. With its smaller K-factor and lower flow rates, the new glass bulb sprinkler is appropriate for NFPA...