You can’t start a business without a business plan, and you can’t have a safe workplace without a fire safety plan that includes routine Orlando fire suppression inspections.

Your Fire & Life Safety plan should be a holistic approach, encompassing crucial elements like smoke detectors, fire alarms, monitoring, and, most notably, fire suppression systems. Neglecting any of these components exposes your business to potential property damage or, more critically, jeopardizes lives.

For two decades, DynaFire has been dedicated to safeguarding Central Florida’s businesses, aiming to ensure their protection and readiness. Here, we explore the significance of Orlando fire suppression inspections, which are pivotal in maintaining your property’s safety and your employees’ well-being.

What Is Fire Suppression?

When you think of putting out a fire, you likely envision water sprinklers spraying water from the ceiling. It’s true – water fire sprinklers are suppression devices, but not all fire suppression systems use water. What did your mother teach you about a fire on the stovetop? Don’t try to put it out with water. Why? Because water will not extinguish a grease fire. Different extinguishing agents work on different types of fires. 

What Are The Different Types of Waterless Fire Suppression Systems?

A waterless fire suppression system installation is an excellent choice, whether you’re safeguarding mission-critical equipment or managing volatile combustibles on your property. DynaFire can inspect your facility and recommend one of the following.

Chemical Agent Fire Suppression

A chemical agent fire suppression system can take either wet or dry forms. A liquid spray wet chemical agent is used in facilities like commercial kitchens. When activated, this spray rapidly interacts with fats and oils on a burning surface, creating foam that effectively cools the area and prevents fire reignition. Additionally, cleaning the affected area is easier after use than dry chemical methods.

Dry chemical fire suppression systems utilize a chemical powder, often mono-ammonium phosphate or sodium bicarbonate, to extinguish fires. These systems are commonly employed in industrial facilities housing chemical materials such as auto paint.

Their non-conductive properties make them practical for suppressing fires involving flammable liquids that pose a risk of live electrical equipment involvement.

Clean Agent Fire Suppression

Clean agent fire suppression systems utilize gases that leave no residue, ensuring easy cleanup afterward. Effective on Class A, B, and C fires, these systems are safe for humans and the environment. A clean agent system is ideal when safeguarding high-value assets vulnerable to damage. 

Spaces like museums, libraries, and server rooms are excellent candidates for clean agent fire suppression systems due to their sensitivity to damage.

Foam Fire Suppression

High-expansion foam is dispersed over a large area to extinguish a fire. This fire suppression system works wonderfully in facilities that house flammable or combustible materials, such as aircraft hangars or refueling stations.

What Are Some Best Practices for Fire Suppression System Maintenance?

Integrating fire suppression systems seamlessly into your overall safety plan involves partnering with professionals for regular inspections and maintenance. Our Orlando fire suppression inspection team at DynaFire provides a range of services, including: 

• Annual Suppression System Testing
• Semi-Annual Suppression System Testing
• Enclosure Integrity Testing
• CO2 Concentration Testing
• Deficiency Corrections

Not sure what services you need? Contact us, and we’ll guide you through assessing your last inspection or arrange for a qualified DynaFire team member to conduct a walkthrough of your facility. Integrating fire suppression systems into your broader safety plan ensures a proactive approach to protecting your property and employees.