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Despite progress with the advancement of technology and electric vehicles, property management, building owners, and firefighters are faced with the challenge of EV fires in parking structures. Given the enclosed environment, and close proximity to other vehicles and property, effectively preparing buildings, systems, and people for EV fires is a necessity. There are several factors … Read more
Navigating CAN/ULC-S1001 Integrated Systems Testing CAN/ULC-S1001 is the Standard for Integrated Systems Testing of Fire Protection and Life Safety Systems. This standard outlines the “methodology for verifying and documenting all interconnections between systems provided for fire protection and life safety functions are installed and operating in conformance with their design criteria.” This standard outlines the … Read more
Fire Wardens: Their Roles and Responsibilities to Keep Your Building Safe Do you have designated Fire Wardens in your building? If you don’t, you could be missing a vital link in the Fire and Life Safety of your occupants and property. In compliance with Section 2.8 Emergency Planning, of the Ontario Fire Code, a Fire Safety Plan must … Read more
Modern electric and hybrid vehicles are becoming the new norm in our society. The Government of Canada is encouraging car manufacturers to increase their electric and hybrid vehicle production. They require that 20% of all new vehicles be zero emission by 2026, and 100% by 2035. Ontarians are getting on board with this directive. They’re … Read more