Fire Sprinkler Regulatory Archives

Fire sprinkler pipe obstruction investigation

#297 – Fire Sprinkler Pipe: How to Perform an Obstruction Investigation, Part 2

November 19, 2019

Blocked fire sprinkler pipe puts lives and property in jeopardy. Learn how to conduct an obstruction investigation and flush blocked pipes.

#296 – Fire Sprinkler Pipe: How to Perform an Obstruction Investigation, Part 1

December 17, 2019November 15, 2019

Learn how to spot the conditions that should trigger a detailed obstruction investigation of fire sprinkler pipe according to NFPA 25.

#295 – Escape Room Fire Safety: Are Escape Rooms Safe?

November 13, 2019

After a tragic escape room fire, pending revisions to NFPA and ICC model codes aim to improve and standardize escape room fire safety.

#294 – The Deadliest Fires in U.S. History: Lessons Learned from the Hartford Circus Fire

November 12, 2019

Learn what caused the “the worst avoidable disaster in Capital City history” and how the tragedy made outdoor amusement venues safer today.

#293 – Daycare Fire Codes Protect Our Most Valuable Resource

November 8, 2019November 7, 2019

Learn the daycare fire codes from the National Fire Protection Association and the International Code Council that classify and protect these facilities.

#291 – How the California Fire Code of 2019 May Affect Your Grilling Plans in 2020

May 7, 2020November 5, 2019

The 2019 California Fire Code will restrict the use of BBQ grills in apartments & other residential buildings in 2020. Learn about the rules & options here.

#290 – What Is a Fire Marshal? And Exactly What Is an AHJ?

October 31, 2019

Are fire marshals and AHJs always the same? QRFS examines the roles of AHJs and fire marshals in fire protection code enforcement and safety, explaining their duties and powers.

#287 – Haunted House Safety Regulations: IBC and NFPA Model Code Requirements

October 25, 2019October 25, 2019

Haunted houses are supposed to be spooky, but fire safety regulations make sure they’re also safe. Learn the NFPA and IBC model fire codes.

#285 – Digital Pressure Gauges in Fire Sprinkler Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance

October 30, 2019October 22, 2019

Learn why handheld digital pressure gauges are bringing flexibility, accuracy, and greater convenience to standpipe and fire protection ITM tasks.

#284 – Guide to Dry Sprinkler Systems, Part 11: Annual Dry Sprinkler Tests

October 30, 2019October 17, 2019

Learn about the annual dry sprinkler tests in NFPA 25, which includes requirements for various sprinkler system components.