Residential Fire Protection Archives

#300 – Thanksgiving Fire Safety Tips from NFPA and FEMA

November 26, 2019

Three times the number of home fires happen on Thanksgiving than on any other day of the year. The biggest cause? Cooking. Read these Thanksgiving fire safety tips to stay safe.

#299 – How to Dispose of Fire Extinguishers in California and Replace Them

July 24, 2023November 21, 2019

Learn how the State Fire Marshal’s extinguisher program, waste laws, and fire codes impact how you dispose of (and replace) fire extinguishers in California.

Protecting artwork and museum fire protection systems

#298 – Protecting Artwork: Estate & Museum Fire Protection Systems

November 20, 2019

Protecting artwork from fire involves carefully choosing the right technology and implementing proper procedures. Learn about art and museum fire protection systems.

#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.

#282 – Central Sprinkler Company: Guide to Finding or Replacing Cover Plates and Heads

December 12, 2022October 15, 2019

Recalls and the Tyco buy-out made Central Sprinkler Company’s products scarce. Here’s what we know about replacing Central Sprinkler heads and cover plates.

Virginia blocks residential sprinkler mandate

#274 – Virginia Votes Against Residential Fire Sprinkler Mandate; Firefighters Criticize the Decision

September 25, 2019September 25, 2019

A Virginia fire chief’s attempt to add residential fire sprinkler requirements to building codes has failed. Learn about the debate over sprinklers.

#266 – Fire Sprinkler System Risers, Part 2: Wet-Pipe Components and Assemblies

December 13, 2022September 11, 2019

Get to know your fire sprinkler system risers better with a look at common components and manifolds in wet-pipe sprinkler systems—both commercial and residential.

#260 – What Makes Residential Fire Sprinkler Heads Special?

September 2, 2019

QRFS examines the difference between residential fire sprinkler heads and other sprinkler heads, as well as NFPA standards for residential sprinkler systems.

#257 – Fire Risers, Part 1: Essential Fire Sprinkler Riser Components

December 13, 2022August 27, 2019

Each fire riser serves as a central hub for sprinkler system inspection, testing, and repair. For more on residential and commercial risers, fire sprinkler riser components, and how they’re used in different system types, read on.

#255 – What is a Hydrostatic Test Pump? A Review of Parts and Function

August 22, 2019August 22, 2019

QRFS examines hydrostatic test pumps: the device that enables a critical fire protection system test that ensures piping networks can handle the pressure.