High-rises are defined as buildings 75 feet or more in height measured from the lowest level fire department vehicles can access, to the floor of the highest story accessible to […]
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In 2004, New York City passed Local Law 26, which requires all residential buildings at least 40-feet tall to have commercial fire sprinkler systems installed within 15 years. The law […]
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Hospitals and long-term healthcare facilities must comply with the firestopping requirements set forth in the NFPA 101 Life Safety Code. To help hospitals and long-term care facilities comply with the […]
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Workday equipment like computers, lights, and especially HVAC systems, all require electrical power to operate. The fairly complex network of panels, junction boxes, wires, and fixtures that provides power in […]
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Holiday decorations often play an important role in making a workplace feel more festive and jovial. When you’re decorating for the holidays, though, it’s also important to be mindful of […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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, […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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When customers dine in your restaurant, delicious food and an inviting atmosphere should be at the top of the list. The last thing they expect is a kitchen fire ruining […]
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Commercial kitchen fire suppression systems are designed to keep a fire that has started on a kitchen appliance such as a stove or deep fat fryer from raging out of […]
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Commercial fire alarm systems play an important role in alerting building occupants of a possible fire, providing them with enough time to evacuate. Fire alarms, however, can be complicated to […]
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Much of Manhattan was left in the dark on July 13, 2019, the anniversary of the 1977 blackout, disabling buildings and bringing traffic to a standstill. The power outage, which […]
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