Thoughts on Fire Blog

#314 – The Deadliest Fires in U.S. History: Lessons from the Worcester Fire

January 9, 2020

What made the Worcester Cold Storage Facility unique offers lessons for fighting fires in abandoned structures. Find out what was learned after the Worcester fire.

#313 – ICC and NFPA Codes and Standards: A Basic Guide

December 13, 2022January 7, 2020

What is enforceable code, and where? Learn how ICC and NFPA create building and fire codes and standards and when they are adopted as law by local and state governments.

#312 – Guide to Dry Sprinkler Systems, Part 12: 1 Year+ Testing

January 3, 2020January 2, 2020

Learn about dry sprinkler tests with the longest timelines, including testing air leakage, gauges, the inside of water tanks, and dry sprinkler heads.

#311 – Fire Safety Technology: Innovative Equipment for Firefighters

September 17, 2020December 31, 2019

From firefighting robots to shelters made from space-age materials, these new examples of fire safety technology aim to improve firefighter safety, efficiency, and readiness.

#310 – Marine Fire Protection for Boatyards, Piers, & Storage Facilities

December 26, 2019

Learn the National Fire Protection Association’s marine fire protection requirements for docks, boatyards, berthing areas, and wet and dry storage facilities—including fire sprinklers, standpipes, extinguishers, and fire alarms.

#309 – 7 Ways Fire Protection Inspection Software Improves ROI

December 24, 2019

Learn how ditching paper and clipboards for inspection software can drive revenue, efficiency, and compliance for a fire protection inspection, testing, and maintenance (ITM) business.

#308 – Holiday Fire Safety: ‘Tis the Season for Fire Protection

December 19, 2019

Read holiday fire safety tips to protect your home and loved ones from common seasonal fire dangers including candle, cooking, and Christmas tree fires.

#307 – The Deadliest Fires in U.S. History: Lessons Learned from the Ohio Penitentiary Fire

December 17, 2019

The Ohio State Penitentiary fire of 1930 killed 322 people and revamped fire safety code while helping to reform brutal prison conditions.

#306 – Fire Safety Technology: Innovative Equipment, Part 2

March 31, 2022December 12, 2019

Learn about recent and developing fire safety technology, including the C-Thru helmet, sonic fire extinguishers, a water mist gun, and the latest fire grenades.

#305 – Fire Safety Technology: Innovative Equipment, Part 1

March 31, 2022December 10, 2019

QRFS examines some modern fire safety technology including advances in smoke and fire detectors, fire alarm systems, and water mist suppression systems.