Fire extinguishers FAQs
Q. What is active fire protection?
A. Active fire protection includes almost any measure people take to prevent, detect and suppress structural fires. Active fire protection includes smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors and heat detectors to sense the presence of fire. It also includes fire alarms to alert residents and/or others of danger. Fire alarms may be as simple as an audible beeping sound or they may include emergency voice alarm systems. Active fire protection also includes measures taken to suppress the fire such as sprinklers and fire extinguishers. Even architectural design and landscaping, when done properly, can be considered active fire protection.
Q. Do I need a smoke detector and a carbon monoxide detector in my house?
A. It is definitely a good idea to have both. Some smoke detectors include a carbon monoxide detector so one unit can do the job of both. More often smoke detectors work by sensing a significant amount of smoke or heat. In some situations the presence of carbon monoxide does not necessarily mean there is a fire, so different emergency action should be taken. In other cases a smoke detector will sense danger before the fire is large enough to create much carbon monoxide. So, it is highly recommended that both be present in every home.
Q. What is an emergency voice alarm system and how can I get one installed?
A. An Emergency Voice Alarm Communication (EVAC) system is a fire alarm system that uses highly reliable speakers to alert occupants of an emergency and provide further instructions. It is possible to have one installed in your home but would not be very practical. EVAC systems are generally used in very large buildings where undirected evacuation is not a safe option. Speakers are automatically activated by the fire alert system, provide an alert tone and are then used by one or more persons to provide direction. Safety messages are typically read aloud by the buildings Fire Warden from a Fire Command Center.
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