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CertaSite broadens Columbus market with latest acquisition

COLUMBUS, Ohio – CertaSite, a commercial fire protection and life safety company, announced today that it has acquired Hamrick Fire Systems, LLC (“Hamrick”), a family owned and operated fire...
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Weather Alert: Staying Safe During Severe Weather at Work

Summer in the Midwest means longer days, hotter temperatures, and – in some cases – severe thunderstorms. If you’re familiar with severe weather, you likely know what to do if you’re at home: Go to...
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Fourth of July Safety Tips

The Fourth of July is nearly here, and it’s a great time to celebrate our country’s independence with friends, family and loved ones. This time of year also often means fireworks – and all the fire...
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National Safety Month: Top Fire Code Violations & How to Correct Them

As we enter the end of National Safety Month, it’s important to evaluate and consider everything in your business that affects the safety or your employees, customers, and building itself, including...
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Three Steps to Develop Your Fire and Life Safety Career

When considering different job paths, fire and life safety may not come to the top of your mind, but there's a diverse range of career opportunities within this industry. There are many specialties...
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CertaSite acquires Heartland Fire & Security

DAVENPORT, Iowa - CertaSite, a commercial fire protection and life safety company, announced today that it has acquired Heartland Fire & Security (“Heartland”), a full-service fire protection and...
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National Safety Month: Safety in Schools

June is National Safety Month – a month to focus on safety, accident prevention and emergency preparedness, both at home and in the workplace. Every workplace is going to have different safety needs,...
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Top 10 NFPA Codes You Should Know

When it comes to fire protection and life safety, it’s important to pay attention to codes and standards that affect your industry and business. Having a basic understanding of the most common fire...
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Mental Health Awareness Month: Breaking the Stigma

The month of May is a time to raise awareness for mental and behavioral health issues and to reduce the stigma so many people, including those in fire service, experience. Since 1949, mental health...
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Five Educational Resources for Fire Protection and Safety Information

When it comes to protecting your people and your property, few things are more important than safety. Knowing how to prevent or respond to fires at the workplace or home can help make sure that if a...
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