Fires are usually unexpected and can be devastating. For your asphalt plant, it is essential to have a fire safety plan in place. A comprehensive plan not only provides information regarding the ...

As the one-year anniversary of the fatal SouthPark construction site fire nears, so does a potential toughening of North Carolina’s safety codes, which officials hope will prevent similar tragedies.

In my two decades as a certified fire investigator, I have seen first hand how fire can cause devastation to livelihoods and site assets, costing millions of dollars in damage and causing significant ...

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Charlotte Fire Department said the construction site at the center of a deadly fire in May was missing two crucial fire safety measures at the time of the fire. The site didn't ...

According to a National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Report, “local fire departments responded to an estimated average of 3,840 fires in structures under construction and 2,580 fires in ...

Fire emergencies can strike without warning, especially on a hot-work jobsite. Job sites often contain flammable materials such as wood framing, insulation, adhesives, fuels, chemicals, plastics, and ...

Extreme weather occurrences — from hurricanes and floods to heatwaves and wildfires — are becoming more persistent and severe. This evolving climate landscape presents new challenges for construction ...

If fire or smoke is discovered, proceed immediately to exit and pull manual fire alarm. Notify campus police (public safety) by dialing ext. 6-3333. Tell the dispatcher clearly and precisely: “There ...