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The NFPA 99 Risk-Based Approach for Healthcare Facilities

The new edition of NFPA 99 requires a risk assessment for any new construction or equipment, and existing construction and equipment will need to follow inspection, testing, and maintenance (ITM)guidelines associated with the risk category of the … See more

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Hospital Fire Drill Requirements

WebThe Fire Drill Matrix helps to guide the fire drill evaluation. It allows facilities to self-identify where they meet hospital fire drill requirements and where they need to …

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Healthcare Fire Protection And Life Safety Systems

WebVanguard’s healthcare division of specialized technicians provide the services and solutions you need to meet all NFPA, CMS, DNV, TJC, and HFAP compliance requirements. From …

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DNV vs. HFAP vs. Joint Commission: What Do They Do For

WebHFAP’s mission is to advance high-quality patient care and safety through the objective application of recognized standards. Today there are over 400 hospitals …

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What You Need to Know About the HFAP-ACHC Merger

WebAccreditation Commission for Health Care, Inc (ACHC) ACHC was founded over 30 years ago. Since its inception, it has received deeming authority for home …

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Updates to The Joint Commission Standards

WebThe Joint Commission’s LS Chapter provides standards for fire prevention, detection, and response in healthcare settings. Many of these standards are based on …

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What to Expect From A Joint Commission Survey

WebA Joint Commission survey is an evaluation of your healthcare facility’s performance standards. Your organization must first pass an accreditation survey to …

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What is a Fire Watch, and How to Conduct One

WebA fire watch is a period of time when a group of dedicated staff continually circulate through the affected area of the building looking for signs of fire. Part of the …

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5 Steps to Effective Nurse Call System Design

Web01. Evaluate Your Needs. The first step to effective nurse call system design is taking the time to evaluate the needs of your hospital or medical facility. For example, …

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Clean Agent vs Pre-Action Fire Suppression System

WebThe biggest differences between clean agent and pre-action fire suppression systems are the suppression agent they use, and how quickly the systems actuate. A …

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Clean Agent Series: INERGEN

WebThis is the second of our four-part series on clean agent fire suppression systems. This series aims to educate organizations on various types of special fire …

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Six Steps to Develop an Effective Fire Evacuation Plan

WebSet aside a block of time on a day when you don’t plan to be too busy, like a Friday afternoon, and gather key personnel to develop your fire evacuation plan. From …

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The Difference Between a Fire Sprinkler and Fire Suppression System

WebCarbon Dioxide (CO2) – a gaseous agent that works quickly and efficiently, but can be dangerous to human health. Best for unmanned, unoccupied facilities. Dry …

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Clean Agent Series: FM-200

WebThis is the first of our four-part series on clean agent fire suppression systems. This series aims to educate organizations on various types of special fire …

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Office Fire Safety 101: Workplace Fire Prevention Tips

WebCheck around your office for common fire traps and follow these tips for fire prevention in the workplace. Keep computers, monitors, copiers, fax machines, …

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Fire Alarm Testing Requirements

WebQuarterly Fire Alarm Testing Requirements. Test batteries in central station facilities with tests that are dependent on battery material. Nickel-cadmium: charger test, …

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Kitchen Hood Fire Suppression System Inspection

WebGive us a call at 800-444-8719 or contact us online today to schedule your inspection! One of the essential components of proper kitchen maintenance is adhering …

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What is an Ansul System Inspection

WebVanguard Fire & Security Systems is an authorized provider of Ansul R-102 Restaurant Fire Suppression Systems, and our qualified technicians regularly complete …

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Hotel Fire Safety Requirement: What Managers Need to Know

WebFrom installing your fire sprinkler system to fire extinguisher training and more, we are your go-to resource for hotel fire safety. Get in touch with our team online, …

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3 Levels of Data Center Fire Protection Standards

WebThird Level: Rack-Level Fire Protection. The third level of data center fire protection is concerned with protecting equipment on the rack-level. In data centers …

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A Basic Guide to Restaurant Fire Suppression Systems

WebWe can help design and install the ideal restaurant fire suppression system for your commercial kitchen, and we provide professional inspection and maintenance …

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