Thoughts on Fire Blog

#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.

#292 – You (Probably) Don’t Have a 3” FDC: Sizing FDC Fire Equipment, Caps, & Plugs

November 6, 2019

Countless consumers order the wrong fire department connection caps and plugs. Choose the right size and thread for your FDC fire equipment with this guide.

#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.

#289 – Life Safety Rope: NFPA Requirements for Technical-Use Rope, Part 2

October 30, 2019

Read this guide for helping emergency-services personnel select technical-use life safety rope according to NFPA standards.

#288 – Life Safety Rope: NFPA Requirements for Choosing the Technical-Use Rope, Part 1

October 29, 2019

Life safety rope is what firefighters turn to for rescue, but selecting the best rope requires understanding its characteristics and NFPA requirements before purchase.

#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.

#286 – Fire Hydrant Colors: Their NFPA Spectrum and Meaning

December 13, 2022October 23, 2019

Learn what fire hydrant colors mean, including the National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) national recommendations.

#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.