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Back to homepageReport: Home fire sprinkler sales “poised for growth”
By nfpa@jiveon.com Residential fire sprinklers have been receiving some positive press in recent weeks. In response to the Grenfell Tower Fire in London that killed 80 people, Florida Governor Rick Scott vetoed anti-sprinkler legislation that would have Source:: NFPA –…
Read MoreRegister for upcoming webinar about Fire Prevention Week
By nfpa@jiveon.com During the month of August you’ll have your choice of two webinar dates to learn all about this year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign. On Wednesday, August 16th from 3:00-4:00 p.m. (PT) NFPA Public Education Division Regional Education Source::…
Read MoreIn latest edition of NFPA’s Fire Sprinkler Initiative newsletter, homebuilder promotes home fire sprinklers
By nfpa@jiveon.com In the recent issue of NFPA’s Fire Sprinkler Initiative newsletter, read an exclusive interview with homebuilder Steve Asher discussing how he has fire sprinklered 75 percent of his homes. You’ll also find stories on: a celebration of a…
Read MoreSymposiums to address frequently asked questions on home fire sprinklers
By nfpa@jiveon.com The California Fire Sprinkler Coalition is co-hosting two symposiums addressing common questions related to home fire sprinklers. Discussions will focus on water supply arrangements, backflow, cross connection, local code amendments, and unnecessary Source:: NFPA – Fire Sprinkler Initiative
Read MoreFire Prevention Week Infographic presents theme in a visually engaging way
By nfpa@jiveon.com Introduce your community to this year’s Fire Prevention Week (FPW) theme: Every Second Counts: Plan 2 Ways Out!™ with the FPW infographic. This colorful visual, co-sponsored with the U.S. Fire Administration, presents seven steps to Source:: NFPA –…
Read MoreWhy home fire sprinklers should be a serious consideration in rural communities
By nfpa@jiveon.com The statistics do not lie. A recent NFPA Journal article underscored today’s rural fire problem, stating: “rural America is becoming more rural.” In 2000, 21 percent of Americans resided in rural areas. According to recent Source:: NFPA –…
Read MoreKeeping home fire sprinklers on media’s radar, couple hosts more than 40 demonstrations
By nfpa@jiveon.com When it comes to promoting the power of home fire sprinklers, take a lesson from a dynamic duo in South Carolina. Diane and Les Woods, members of the South Carolina Fire Sprinkler Coalition, are likely seen in the…
Read MoreFollowing Hawaii’s Marco Polo high-rise fire, attention placed on state’s sprinkler ban
By nfpa@jiveon.com Image: Today.com According to a news story by the Civil Beat, the Building Industry Association (BIA) of Hawaii organized a party to celebrate what it called a “big win.” This “victory” was the extension of a state law…
Read MoreNFPA interviews homebuilder who supports home fire sprinklers, stating it’s a “disservice” not offering technology to homeowners
By nfpa@jiveon.com Members of the Oregon Fire Sprinkler Coalition have found a gem of a homebuilder. With 40-plus years experience in the building business, Steve Asher’s forte is custom homebuilding and remodeling. Another astounding tidbit about this Source:: NFPA –…
Read MoreEnhance your Fire Prevention Week presentations with ready-to-use NFPA mini-lesson
By nfpa@jiveon.com This year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign: “Every Second Counts: Plan 2 Ways Out™” emphasizes the importance of home escape planning and practice. It works to teach the public to prepare for an emergency and what to do when…
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