U of Maryland Upgrades Fire Alarm Systems
The University of Maryland will modernize fire prevention systems in 11 facilities, focusing primarily on buildings where lectures and classes are held.
The University of Maryland will modernize fire prevention systems in 11 facilities, focusing primarily on buildings where lectures and classes are held.
Brush up on the requirements and catch up on new additions to NFPA 72’s Documentation specifications.
The new St. Luke’s Magic Valley Medical Center located in Twin Falls, Idaho, has installed a state-of-the art fire detection system that integrates with other security and life safety systems to minimize disruptions to unaffected areas.
New requirements for total coverage, remote alarm indication, audible and visible notification, mass notification systems, and evacuation messages are among the many changes in store for the latest version of NFPA 72.
Fire and mass notification are among the most important systems for healthcare facilities. Learn what’s involved in these projects, how to comply with this market’s codes/standards and properly train staff how to use these systems. Plus, a case study shows the high value integrated video and access control can bring to a hospital environment.
When Spokane Public Schools (SPS) embarked on a district-wide renovation of its schools and facilities, a locally-based systems integrator was called on to provide upgrades to the fire/life-safety systems.