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.
November 29, 2019
Quality estate property management requires estate managers to protect an owner’s property from fire. Learn about the installation and maintenance requirements for fire sprinklers.
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.
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.
November 12, 2019
Learn what caused “the worst avoidable disaster in Capital City history” and how the tragedy made outdoor amusement venues safer today.
November 7, 2019
Learn the daycare fire codes from the National Fire Protection Association and the International Code Council that classify and protect these facilities.
November 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.
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.
October 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.
October 23, 2019
Learn what fire hydrant colors mean, including the National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) national recommendations.
October 10, 2019
A tragedy sparked the first NFPA model code aimed at food trucks, making the industry safer today. Learn the elements of food truck fire safety regulations.
October 8, 2019
Learn the systems and procedures for fire protection in horse barns and stables according to the latest edition of NFPA 150.
October 3, 2019
Learn how the loss of 165 lives in the 1977 Beverly Hills Supper Club fire prompted stricter laws and fire safety regulations on a national level.
September 26, 2019
Learn when a fire watch is needed according to ICC, NFPA & OSHA and how to conduct this oft-misunderstood fire prevention technique.
September 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.
September 19, 2019
QRFS explains how the tragic MGM Grand Fire in Las Vegas in 1980 sparked tougher life safety codes at hotels and casinos.
