Fire sprinkler systems that aren’t properly and regularly maintained are susceptible to corrosion. Typically, 5 year sprinkler inspections include an internal pipe inspection to check for any corrosion or other obstructions. If corrosion is addressed in the early stages, it… Continue Reading →

Fire sprinkler systems need to be regularly inspected to ensure they will function properly in the event of a fire. In the event of an emergency, the effective functioning of fire sprinklers, suppression, alarm and detection, and monitoring systems depends… Continue Reading →

The role of a fire alarm system is to notify building occupants of a fire so they can exit the building to safety. A monitored alarm system goes a step further and alerts the fire department and proper authorities of… Continue Reading →

Fire Prevention Week is being observed this year during the week of October 9th – 15th.  The NFPA has sponsored the public observance of Fire Prevention Week since 1922 and it was made a national observance in 1925. This year… Continue Reading →

Fire alarm systems need to be inspected and tested in accordance with NFPA 72. Typically fire alarms need to be inspected and tested weekly, monthly, quarterly, semi-annually, and annually. Weekly, monthly, and quarterly inspections can be performed in-house while annual… Continue Reading →

Access control systems allow you to secure your facility by controlling who can enter. An access control system restricts access to a building, a room, or a specific area. A person who wants to enter an access-controlled space must provide… Continue Reading →

Mindy McKean of IFP Featured on Building Great Leaders Podcast Mindy McKean is the Corporate Safety and Risk Leader at International Fire Protection. Recently, Mindy was featured on the Building Great Leaders Podcast from APi Group. In the episode, Mindy discusses… Continue Reading →

International Fire Protection’s Sunrise, FL office is strategically located to serve the fire protection needs of Southern Florida: Miami, Ft. Lauderdale, and West Palm Beach Areas. Our team of highly skilled professionals is dedicated to ensuring the safety and protection… Continue Reading →

Inspections and testing of your fire sprinkler systems are one of the most important ways to improve life safety in your buildings. Some questions that frequently get asked about fires sprinkler inspections include: Why Do I Need a Fire Sprinkler… Continue Reading →

  October 3rd – 9th, 2021 is Fire Prevention Week. Fire Prevention Week is a national observance that is sponsored by the NFPA. During Fire Prevention Week, the goal is to spread awareness and educate the public about fire safety… Continue Reading →