Archive of Category: Fire Extinguisher

Fire Extinguisher Services

Getz Fire Equipment Company is a leading provider of fire extinguisher services in Illinois, Missouri, Iowa and Wisconsin. Every fire extinguisher we sell meets all National Fire Protection Association Standards. Our team of professionals can help you select the most effective portable fire extinguishers, along with any additional testing products you need. Our team has[...]

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Fire Extinguisher Inspection Checklist

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requires that employers routinely inspect portable fire extinguishers to maintain the safety and security of employees and patrons. Noncompliance is not only expensive (OSHA fines often are high), but it can damage an employer’s reputation and put lives at risk. To keep you in compliance the experts at[...]

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Why Fire Extinguisher Inspections Are Vital for Your Business

For workplace safety, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requires routine inspection of all fire extinguishers. Annual and other involved inspections must be completed by a certified and licensed fire inspector from a fire protection equipment company. (We detail those requirements below.) Monthly inspections are different. Anyone on staff can complete these simple checks to[...]

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Fire Extinguisher Training Services Help You Stay Prepared and Calm in the Event of a Small Fire

No matter where you work or live, having the proper fire safety systems and equipment is a crucial part of keeping all occupants within a building safe. Fire extinguishers are a life-saving tool that should be equipped in every office, commercial building, or industrial facility. A relatively simple design and operation allow everyday people to[...]

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Importance of Class K Fire Extinguishers

For a lot of us, the kitchen is our happy place. Professional chefs and cooking-enthusiasts alike get the opportunity to be creative with something everyone will enjoy. As much time as we spend cooking in the kitchen, many of us may be operating dangerous equipment without the proper fire extinguisher available for use. While Class[...]

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How to Choose the Right Class of Fire Extinguisher

Anyone seeking the best in fire safety equipment has an array of options to choose from. From kitchen fire suppression systems, to dry chemical systems, to the everyday fire extinguisher we stash in our kitchen cabinet—every piece of fire safety equipment is designed for a specific application, with a distinct fire suppression agent. Customers seeking[...]

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Different Types of Fire Extinguishers and Their Uses

Fire safety. It may not cross your mind much, but making sure every home and business has a fire safety plan in place is essential. Fire extinguishers are fantastic tools for battling small fires before they transform into large, structural fires that cannot be easily contained. To use fire extinguishers most effectively, it is best[...]

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Key Places to Install Fire Extinguishers

The average house and workplace contains many types of materials that are combustible. This makes it possible for a fire to spread very quickly, making it vital to have portable fire extinguishers positioned in carefully placed locations for quick and easy access. At Getz Fire Equipment Company, we are your premier fire protection service company,[...]

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The Best Way to Store Fire Extinguishers in the Workplace

Almost all brick-and-mortar businesses have one or more portable fire extinguishers on hand. However, it is important for these extinguishers to be properly stored to ensure they are protected and remain in proper working order. At Getz Fire Equipment Company, we are your premier provider of fire protection products and services. General Fire Extinguisher Storage[...]

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What is a Class K Fire Extinguisher? What is it Used For?

Class K fires are ignited through substances such as cooking oils. These types of fires can only be effectively quenched with a Class K fire extinguisher. It is vital for businesses and residents to have the proper firefighting equipment on hand in order to have success when encountering dangerous conflagrations that occur in commercial kitchens[...]

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CO2 Fire Extinguisher | Details and Uses

Many individuals and companies find it hard to assess available options when it comes to fire extinguishers. It can be difficult to know which fire extinguisher will best meet your needs for fire safety and prevention. If you choose the wrong fire extinguisher, it may be ineffective to fight a certain type of fire that[...]

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How Often are Fire Extinguishers Serviced and Who Does the Work?

Fire extinguishers are essential devices to have in proper locations within a facility or building. These devices can be picked up and used on a moment’s notice when a fire emergency occurs. OSHA requires employers to perform a visual inspection that evaluates the condition of portable fire extinguishers routine basis – specifically, one time per month. Employers[...]

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Is Your Fire Extinguisher Prepared for a Fire Emergency?

It’s important to have a fire safety plan ready for your business in case of an emergency. However, you also need to make sure your fire extinguishers are ready to work properly in case of such an emergency. With fire extinguishers placed strategically around your building, your employees can put any fires out before they become larger.[...]

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How Long Do Fire Extinguishers Last?

The portable fire extinguisher is a highly important piece of safety equipment. At Getz Fire Equipment Company, we know how to help businesses take full advantage of fire extinguisher technology. The purpose of the extinguisher is to save lives and protect property. As such, it is important to know how to use these devices properly.[...]

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Is Your Delicate Electronic Equipment Protected from Fire?

Computer and lab equipment may be damaged beyond repair when they are affected by a fire. Keeping a halon fire extinguisher as part of your Iowa Fire equipment may save your data because halon is a relatively clean agent. It is a compressed gas that halts the spreading of fire by disrupting the combustion, chemically. It does[...]

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Learn About Fire Extinguishers For Different Classes Of Fires

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3 Industries Which Certainly Require a Fire Extinguisher

We have all seen it at some point – in buildings, social places, and even on the streets. Fire extinguishers are one of the most utilized devices in terms of fire scenarios in modern times. Although many take them for granted, their overall importance can never be understated. At Getz Fire, we have made it[...]

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Boost Fire Safety with a Fire Extinguisher

The National Fire Protection Association says that about 494,000 structure fires occurred in 2014, which led to 2,860 people losing their lives as a result and property damage costs of about $9.8 billion. Alarming, isn’t it? An Added Safety Measure One way to improve fire safety measures whether you’re home or at work is to have a fire[...]

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