Our team at Total Fire Protection is a dynamic group of concerned citizens — we take social responsibility seriously and genuinely enjoy giving back. Yes, we focus on fire protection […]
According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), “there are more than three times as many home cooking fires on Thanksgiving as a typical day of the year.” Deep-frying has become a […]
Code requirements in New York City governing emergency exit signs and lighting are among the most stringent in the nation. The majority of US cities set rules for exit signs […]
Hydrostatic testing is a way to test the fire extinguisher tank for leaks and overall strength. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) publishes rules for how often portable fire extinguishers […]
Fire extinguishers are required in industrial, commercial, and residential buildings listed in NFPA 1: Fire Code, which includes most hotels. Proven to be effective at stopping small fires from spreading, portable fire […]
Electrical and mechanical systems malfunctions are one of the leading causes of commercial building fires. Regular infrared inspection of electrical, mechanical and steam systems allows for potential problems to be […]
Building chiefs and facilities managers often face the time-consuming chore of managing and scheduling a disparate group of vendors to ensure code compliance and timely repair of essential fire protection […]
In 2018, the Fire Department of New York (FDNY) reported 27,053 structural fires which included residential high-rise buildings in New York City. Following the numerous fires that devastated residential buildings, […]
Office fires are not as uncommon as one would hope. According to the National Fire Protection Association, the five most common causes of fires in commercial buildings are: Cooking Equipment […]
The 10th Annual Kids For Kids Golf Outing was held on Monday, September 16th at the Glen Oaks Club in Old Westbury, NY. Total Fire Protection, who is a proud year-round supporter of The Kids For […]
Whether you’re installing a new fire alarm system or you’re simply upgrading the old one, it’s helpful to know the difference between a conventional and addressable fire alarm system and […]
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) have certain mandatory fire and safety standards in place to ensure that employers provide a safe […]
