The Nevils dormitory experienced multiple false fire alarms on the nights of Oct. 9 and 10, as well as the afternoon of Oct. 16. An electronic circuit switch fail caused the false alarms, according to ...

Local code amendments can significantly alter fire alarm requirements. Wiring regulations may require more resilient Class A circuit configurations with specific ...

Greg Kessinger is SD&I’s fire alarm and codes expert and a regular contributor. Email him your fire & life safety questions at [email protected]. Have you ever made an embarrassing mistake that was ...

Article 760 covers the installation of wiring and equipment for fire alarm systems. Residential smoke alarm systems, including interconnecting wiring, are not covered by Art. 760 because they are not ...

According to fire dept officials, the fire started in the CCTV and server room on the ground floor; thick smoke filled the ...