4/15/2026 10:56 AM
According to a report from the NFPA, In 2012, the fire with the highest loss in terms of direct property damage was a wildland fire. In fact, two of the three largest losses last year involved wildfires, reported at $453...
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4/15/2026 10:50 AM
According to an article in Security Sales & Integration magazine, the most recent fiasco at the White House, where a man claiming to be an Iraq War veteran successfully climbed over the fence and then ran directly inside the White...
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4/15/2026 10:45 AM
Low Frequency Requirements: When, Where, and Why?Did you know that as of January 1, 2014, a low frequency audible fire alarm signal is required in all sleeping areas of newly constructed hotel guest rooms and dormitory sleeping rooms?That...
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4/15/2026 10:40 AM
When it comes to low-voltage and AC and DC difference in shock risk, many workers may be confused. Low-voltage is not defined by OSHA in regards to electrical safety and severity of shock. Related to low-voltage potential...
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4/15/2026 10:36 AM
A team of fire protection engineering researchers at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) is investigating the fire safety risks associated with green construction. The WPI team is working with a $1 million grant from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security...
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4/15/2026 10:31 AM
Proper grounding and bonding prevent unwanted voltage on non-current-carrying metal objects, such as tool and appliance casings, raceways, and enclosures, as well as facilitate the correct operation of overcurrent devices. Beware of wiring everything to a ground rod...
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4/15/2026 10:26 AM
Let’s talk whole house surge protection. What is it? What do you need to know? And why is it an important investment for the safety of your home buyers and their devices.Surge protection? Boring and technical and way...
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4/15/2026 10:22 AM
Severe weather can occur at any point throughout the year with certain seasons being particularly prone to more frequent and intense storms. Ensuring your safety requires constant preparedness reguardless of the season or time of year. Power outages...
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4/15/2026 10:17 AM
OSHA spells it out pretty clearly: “Working on and around stairways and ladders is hazardous. Stairways and ladders are major sources of injuries and fatalities among construction workers. Many of the injuries are serious enough to require time off...
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4/15/2026 10:14 AM
It’s true that accidents do happen, but there are also ways to keep them from happening.
One way is being vigilant in the use of locks or lockout devices that physically...
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One way is being vigilant in the use of locks or lockout devices that physically...
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4/15/2026 10:11 AM
When a first responder enters a burning building, whether it’s an office building, warehouse, hospital, or any other structure, there is immediately an array of dangers that must be faced. Some are obvious; fire, smoke, weakened structures. But there...
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4/15/2026 10:06 AM
With generator season upon us, it makes sense for electrical contractors to be aware of what generator inspectors will be looking for. Here is an excellent article that appeared in a publication produced by the International Association of Electrical Inspectors...
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4/15/2026 10:01 AM
All you have to do is turn on the TV or go online to see that now more than ever there is a need in an emergency situation to find a way to instruct people inside a building on what...
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4/15/2026 9:36 AM
As an electrical contractor, you take great pride in your work and often feel there isn't a job you can't tackle. However, it's important to recognize your limits and adhere to the training you've received.Let...
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4/15/2026 9:33 AM
The Top 10 ( 6 - 10 This Post ) Most Commonly Cited Electrical Code ViolationsThis article, which appeared in EC&M, will review 10 of the top-cited violations from around the country based on feedback from electrical inspectors. In many...
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4/15/2026 9:28 AM
Violation #1. Conductor Box Fill IssuesAsk some installers how many conductors an electrical device box can contain, and you might get the answer “as many as I can get in the box and still get the switch or receptacle to...
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4/15/2026 9:25 AM
We came across an excellent article by Kyle Krueger, the Executive Director of Codes & Standards for the NECA that we wanted to share. For our customers that build out or renovate health care spaces. It appeared in Electrical Contractor...
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4/15/2026 9:19 AM
This article is good as a reminder to the non-electrical professional of the different systems required in schools and learning institutions. As we work in these spaces this article could be a good supporting document for work you are...
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April
The high cost of fires
[04/15/26 10:56 AM]
The Secret Service Could Learn From Alarm and Security Professionals
[04/15/26 10:50 AM]
System Sensor LF Sounders
[04/15/26 10:45 AM]
Know the Active and Potential Shock Risks
[04/15/26 10:40 AM]
WPI Researchers Receive Grant to Examine Green Building Fire Safety
[04/15/26 10:36 AM]
The 10 Worst Grounding Mistakes You Will Ever Make
[04/15/26 10:31 AM]
5 Things to Know About Whole House Surge Protection
[04/15/26 10:26 AM]
Severe Weather - Hire a Licensed Electrician to Install a Generator
[04/15/26 10:22 AM]
OSHA Not Kidding Around When it Comes to Ladder Safety.
[04/15/26 10:17 AM]
The Purpose of Lockout/Tagout
[04/15/26 10:14 AM]
A Bi-Directional Amplifier System Can Save Lives
[04/15/26 10:11 AM]
The Role Inspectors Play in Generator Safety
[04/15/26 10:06 AM]
Mass Notification Systems Can Be a Lifesaving Win-Win
[04/15/26 10:01 AM]
Workplace Safety – Know When to Say When
[04/15/26 09:36 AM]
The Top 10 Most Commonly Cited Electrical Code Violations ( 6 - 10 This Post )
[04/15/26 09:33 AM]
The Top 10 Most Commonly Cited Electrical Code Violations ( 1 - 5 This Post )
[04/15/26 09:28 AM]
Wiring Healthcare Spaces - A Case Study
[04/15/26 09:25 AM]
Electrical Systems in Schools
[04/15/26 09:19 AM]