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From Close Call to Safer Workplaces
Reporting of near misses provides insight into hidden safety hazards, giving companies opportunities to take action before threats turn into injuries and property damage, and helping to build a safety culture.
Hourly Fire Ratings—What’s the Deal?
This primer on fire safety standards (ASTM, UL, and ISO) explains the differences between flame spread, combustibility, and hourly ratings, to help engineers and specifiers make informed decisions to enhance safety in their projects.
Fire Resistance Rated Air Duct Systems—The Vital Role Insulation Plays
Among its many benefits, insulation enhances fire safety. This article offers a look at how insulation can be used to enhance duct system protection, and it provides an overview of the relevant standards.
