Fire Protection History Lesson! GLASS FIRE GRENADES Fire grenades were an early type of fire extinguisher that originated in England.

Hawkeye Fire will be CLOSED both ~ Friday 5/24 ~ Monday 5/27 for a company wide meeting and to observe Memorial Day. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding! Our 24 hour on call service will still be available for any emergencies

Invest in Safety – It will SAVE You Money June is National Safety Month You may think that having all of the proper safety equipment needed in your home or business is an expensive undertaking, but in reality, it could save you money, precious time, and even somebody’s life in the long-run. Take the safety of your family and your employees seriously. In an emergency situation, fast response time can mean the difference between a little fire damage and a complete loss of a bui

Kidde Recalls Several Disposable Fire Extinguishers Several models of Kidde disposable fire extinguishers have recently been recalled. According to reports, there have been 11 reports of the disposable extinguishers failing to work in an emergency situation. No injuries have been reported as a result, but it presents a scary situation. Make sure this will not happen to you! Buy From the Fire Safety Experts Disposable fire extinguishers may seem like an affordable option, but

A fire extinguisher can definitely be a life-saving tool in certain situations, but did you know there are different types of fire extinguishers for different types of fires? Planning ahead and stocking a fire extinguisher in an area of your home where it is most likely to be used is a great idea, all it takes is a little education and planning ahead and you should be ready if anything is to happen in the future. There are five types of fire extinguishers. Class A This exting

When a fire breaks out at a small business, is it better for employees to stay and fight the fire, or is it more important for everyone to get out safely and call the professionals in to fight the fire? It is always most important to keep individual safety at the front of every plan! So many variables have to be considered to answer this question. First and foremost, how big is the fire, how quickly is it spreading and what is the cause of the fire? No matter what the answer

Nobody likes to think bad things are going to happen. But they do, and businesses need to have a plan in place before they do. In fact, OSHA requires many businesses to have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place for when emergencies and disasters strike. Even if this plan is not mandated by OSHA for your company, it is a good idea to have and EAP in place for the safety of your employees and your business. Always, always keep personal safety in mind! Dial 911. One of the th

Keeping a fire extinguisher nearby is a good idea whether at home or at work. This piece of simple safety equipment can save lives if it’s ever needed in an emergency situation. Learning how to use a fire extinguisher and keeping it in full-functioning condition are important aspects to this piece of safety equipment as well. The Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) states that an employer shall provide portable fire extinguishers and shall mount, located and id

First aid kits are a standard in American workplaces. The Occupational Safety & Health Administration dictates the parameters of these kits, insomuch as how many kits must be accessible to employees, and what types and how many of each item must be supplied in these kits. Employers must comply by these standards or risk costly fees and/or shutdowns. The standards for a small work site that consists of two to three employees are a good basis to start all workplace first aid ki

Keeping a first-aid in your home is a wonderful idea; however keeping one in each car as well as your home is an even better idea. What to keep in your first-aid kit is a great question, and it depends on how comprehensive you want to be (and how big of a kit you want to keep). There are several basics everyone should have, but there are also some things that you may not think about that would come in handy in certain emergency situations. Store-bought first-aid kits can be f

Carbon dioxide, also known as CO2, is a colorless, odorless, non-flammable and slightly acidic liquefied gas. It is sold commercially worldwide under pressure in steel cylinders or bottles called tanks. CO2 tanks can be used for a variety of things. Most popular uses include carbonated beverages, beer making, paintball guns, medical-grade usage, metal fabrication applications, catering, and fire extinguishing. CO2 tanks need to be hydro-tested every five years, and the test d