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Fire preparation and prevention

Being prepared with the right mix of tools and awareness can help

Steve Campbell / October 2022

A fire needs three ingredients to start: Heat, fuel and oxygen. This is known as the fire triangle and removing just one of these ends a fire.

When fire strikes … California rental operation takes decisive actions

Connie Lannan / October 2022

It was late one hot July evening when Lacey Wright, co-owner, Celebrations! Party Rentals and Tents, Roseville, Calif., received a call from a janitorial crew member about a fire at the operation.

When it comes to fires, the best defense is prevention

Connie Lannan / October 2022

A fire at a rental operation can be devastating. There is the initial damage as well as the monetary and emotional costs associated with the disruption of business, the possible loss of equipment and the rebuilding of the facility if the fire is extensive.

Checklist: Fire extinguishers

Ashleigh Petersen / October 2022

The fire extinguishers checklist — from the Small Business Safety and Health Handbook — was created by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH).

Flammable and combustible liquids

Ashleigh Petersen / October 2022

One of the leading causes of fires in the equipment and event rental industry is the improper disposal of rags with chemicals on them, according to ARA Insurance.

Fire preparation and prevention

Being prepared with the right mix of tools and awareness can help

When fire strikes … California rental operation takes decisive actions

When it comes to fires, the best defense is prevention

Checklist: Fire extinguishers

Flammable and combustible liquids

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