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How often do my fire extinguishers need to be checked?
Fire extinguishers must be visually inspected at least annually. PFA allows business owners to perform this visual check themselves after being oriented by a Poudre Fire Authority staff member. Every six ......
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Last Update: 2009-05-01 |
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What kind of smoke detectors do you recommend?
While Poudre Fire Authority does not recommend any brand over another, the type of smoke detector for your situation can make a difference. There are two major kinds of smoke detectors, ......
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Last Update: 2009-05-01 |
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How do I maintain my smoke detectors?
Please refer to the manual that came with your smoke detector for specific information. General guidelines include cleaning detectors with pressurized air and changing batteries every six months to ensure proper ......
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Last Update: 2009-05-01 |
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What is the Fire Prevention Review Process and what is it's objective?
Fire Prevention Construction Development Overview Welcome to the Fire Prevention Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)/Knowledgebase (KB) for construction development. This one-page overview is intended to provide some background, which you ......
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Last Update: 2008-09-28 |
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What is a Knox Box?
The Knox Box Rapid Entry System provides non-destructive emergency access to commercial and residential property. A Knox Box is a hard-metal box mounted into the building exterior that allows the fire ......
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Last Update: 2008-09-28 |
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When is a Knox Box required?
A Knox Box is installed when a fire-protection system is required for the structure (fire sprinklers, alarms or other systems)....
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Last Update: 2008-09-28 |
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What kind of portable fire extinguisher will I need?
All commercial and retail businesses are required to have at least one approved, portable fire extinguisher, and you might need more, depending on the size of your space. The minimum size ......
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Last Update: 2008-09-28 |
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Where may I purchase a Knox Box?
You may purchase a Knox Box at cost from the PFA Fire Prevention Bureau or you can order it directly from the Knox Company, www.knoxbox.com/store/...
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Last Update: 2008-09-28 |
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Where is a Knox Box required to be located?
The Knox Box is usually required to be located on the building at the front door. It is to be placed at 6 feet above the grade of the finish floor. ......
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Last Update: 2008-09-28 |
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When is a fire-alarm system required?
A fire alarm system is required based on the Occupancy classification and/or use of the building. The Fire Code requires an alarm system for various Occupancies, such as Institutional (hospital or ......
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Last Update: 2008-09-28 |
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What are the requirements for water supply?
PFA’s water-supply requirements generally are contingent on two factors: type of structure and where it’s located. All commercial buildings and multi-family (three or more units) residential structures must be within 300 ......
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Last Update: 2008-09-28 |
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