Ladder Safety A good foundation for a proper ladder setup will help prevent slips and falls. Place the base on a firm, solid surface. Avoid slippery, wet, or soft surfaces. If you must put the ladder on a soft surface, place a board under the ladder’s feet to provide a firm footing. Make sure the […]
Workplace Fire Safety Tips According to FEMA every year 17,000 offices and storefronts suffer fires causing damage, injuries, or even death. 40% of these businesses never reopen. As many businesses begin to reopen or return to in-person work, it’s important to prepare and know how to prevent in the event of a fire. The chart […]
Daylight Savings- Change your Clocks, Change your Batteries It’s Daylight savings time! As you change your clocks backward, USA Fire Protection wants to remind you to change your smoke alarm batteries. According to the NFPA, 40% of home fires occur in homes without working smoke detectors, and 25% of home fire death resulted from smoke […]
Illinois Revises Smoke Detector Act Amended Law Now Requires Homes to Update Their Smoke Detectors Most residents in Illinois are likely unaware of a new law that will take effect January 1, 2023. In August 2017, Illinois quietly amended the Smoke Detector Act, first passed in 1988. The new law requires homes to have smoke […]
Fire Prevention Week 2020 The Great Chicago Fire of 1871 was one of the most devastating fires to date, killing over 250 people and destroying over 17,400 structures. As a result, in 1925 President Calvin Coolidge started the National Observance of Fire Prevention Week to commemorate the Great Chicago Fire. Fire Protection week has been […]
Monitoring Services Click here to download the above infographic. Did you know USAFP can provide you with monitoring services? Our team can set up your system to monitor your fire alarms and fire sprinklers to protect you 24 hours a day. We will install a wireless radio, transformer, and antenna at your property connecting your […]
Fire Extinguisher Services It is essential to have the proper tools to protect yourself, home, and business from fire. Fire extinguishers effectively put out 80% of all fires when used properly. Many state and local codes require properly maintained fire extinguishers on-premise in order to comply with regulations. With that being said, all fire extinguishers […]
Homeowner’s Insurance Discounts for Life Safety Systems Life safety systems, such as fire alarm systems and fire sprinkler systems, significantly increase your safety. But did you know that there are also homeowner’s insurance discounts for homes with life safety systems installed? In fact, in Illinois, annual homeowner’s insurance premium discount percentages ranged from 5% to […]
Working in Extreme Heat Every year, dozens of employees fall ill while working in extreme heat conditions, with extreme cases resulting in death. Overexposure to high temperatures can range from heat rash and heat cramps, to heat exhaustion, and can progress to a life-threatening condition known as heat stroke. Knowing how to stay safe and cool while working in extreme […]
USAFP’S GUIDE TO PREACTION SYSTEMS USA Fire Protection has the skills and expertise to provide a wide variety of fire protection services, including coverage for even your most water sensitive areas. Check out the chart below to learn how our team can protect your property with the use of a preaction system. To download or […]