Fire Extinguisher Training

It is a requirement by Federal Regulations that if you have fire extinguishers in the workplace your employees must be trained to use them. Compliance Training is required for use of fire extinguishers.

Federal regulations require that employers who provide portable fire extinguishers in the workplace, also provide training in their use. Firesafe Equipment Co., Inc, offers customized, on-site compliance training on fire extinguisher use. Our program utilizes open discussion, video, actual hands on training, and when desired hands on with live fire. Firesafe Equipment Co., Inc, also provides personalized training for customer personnel who are responsible for conducting conduct monthly extinguisher checks.

How can I sign up for fire extinguisher training in my workplace?

You can sign up for a future date for fire extinguisher training at your business by emailing or calling us at 207-784-7525 firesafe@fire-safe.com.

Stay Safe!

Christmas Time Fire Safety

We get asked every year about Christmas trees and other holiday fire risks.  If you’re wondering if your tree is a fire risk, the answer is yes, but you can do a lot to make your Christmas safer.  According to the National Fire Prevention Association, only about 160 fires in the United states each year are due to Christmas trees, which is a relatively small fraction of the more than 350,000 home fires every year. Having the right Firesafe Equipment on hand, such as fire extinguishers, is important to have if a fire breaks out, but fire safety starts with prevention!

            So, how do you make sure your tree is unlikely to catch fire? Artificial trees with fire retardant are the best bet, three quarters of Christmas tree fires involve living trees, but if you love your live tree here are a few important tips to keep you safe this holiday season:

1) Make sure your live tree isn’t too dry.  When buying a tree make sure the needles don’t come off easily when you lightly shake the tree.  Make sure you water your tree to keep it more resistant to catching fire and recut the base just before putting it in water.

2) Make sure you always turn off your lights at night.  Most lethal house fires occur when you’re asleep and unable to react.  Even though it can be tempting to keep the tree lit up at night, 44% of Christmas tree fires are related to lights and electrical problems.

3) This may be obvious, but keep your tree away from fires and heating elements of any kind. About a quarter of all Christmas tree fires are caused by candles, heaters, and other heat sources being too close to the tree.  The rule of thumb is to keep your tree at least 3 feet away from any heat source.

4) If you’re using old lights, inspect them thoroughly for any fraying and never use lights with any wire damage.  If you’re buying new lights, make sure they were evaluated by a nationally recognized laboratory, like Underwriters Laboratories (UL).

5) As beautiful as they are, the longer a Christmas tree is up, the dryer and more dangerous it becomes.  Compost or otherwise dispose of your tree away from your home.

            We hope you have a safe, festive, and beautiful winter holiday season.  If you’re concerned about the risks of a house fire, be sure to contact us to learn about the equipment you need to reduce risk and have peace of mind.

Fire Pit Safety

Summertime is the perfect time to spend outside around a warm campfire with friends and family telling stories and roasting marshmallows. Unfortunately, without taking the proper precautions, a lovely night outdoors could quickly become disastrous. Please keep these simple safety tips in mind the next time that you plan on having a night around the fire.

⭐ Make sure that you fire pit is on a nice flat surface. This will help reduce the chances of the fire spreading.

⭐ Check the local fire danger level and weather report. If the fire danger level is high, avoid having a fire. Wind could also pose a risk. 

⭐ The bigger the fire, the bigger the risk. Keep the fire small and easily managed. 

⭐ Be aware of your surroundings. Keep the fire pit at a safe distance from objects, buildings, trees, etc.

⭐ Be aware of activity. Make sure that children and animals are not getting too close. 

⭐ Be prepared. If something should occur, make sure that you have quick and easy access to water and/or a fire extinguisher as well as a phone to call 911. 

⭐ Never leave a burning fire unattended. Fires spread fast. Do not take that risk. 

⭐ Put it out. Make sure that you know how to safely put a fire out. 

False Alarm

BEEP! BEEP! BEEP! BEEP! Your smoke alarm is going off, but there is a good news. There's no fire! How could this be? Here is a list of some of the different things that may cause a "false alarm."


◯ Burning Food

◯ Candle, Cigarette, or Incense smoke

◯ Fireplace Smoke

◯ Power Interruptions

◯ Faulty Connection

◯ Small Bugs or Insects

◯ Shower Steam

◯ Furnace

◯ Dirt and Dust

◯ Low Batteries

◯ High Humidity


A false alarm may be startling and inconvenient, but it is not nearly as bad as a smoke alarm that does not go off when there is a fire. Please do not remove smoke alarms without replacing them. If you experience a false alarm, you can call your local fire department and request that they come out to access the situation. Remember that it is always best to be safe than sorry.

Prevent A Kitchen Fire With These Tips

Some of the most common house fires begin right in the kitchen. While this may not come as a surprise to you, did you know that most house fires occur on Saturdays and Sundays between 6:00-7:00pm? The months of December and January are also peak months for kitchen fires in the home. Here are some tips to keep you and your family safe in the kitchen. 

• Do not leave cooking equipment that is in use unattended. 
• Do not misuse cooking equipment. Carefully read the instructions and handle with care. 
• Properly dispose of broken or damaged equipment. 
• Watch yourself. Make sure that you do not have any loose or dangling jewelry or clothing.
• Be aware of your surroundings. Make sure there is no decor or combustibles in the area. 
• Be aware of others. Carefully watch children and pets. Keep them away from equipment. 
• Always remember to turn off equipment when you are finished.
• Clean up grease and spills when equipment is off and cooled.  
• Keep a fire extinguisher handy and learn how to properly use it in the event of a fire. 
• Have functioning smoke detectors throughout your home. 

Reasons To Have A Bonfire

Here are 6 reasons why you need to have a bonfire this weekend (like you need a reason)! 😉

• Kick off summer the right way with a good old fashioned bonfire! 
• Bonfires are a great way to bring family and friends together for some quality time. 
• Smores! 😋
• What better place to tell scary ghost stories than around a fire? 
• Watching the flames dance is the perfect way to relax after a long week at work. 
• The outdoors at night have so much to offer: starry sky, fresh air, sounds of nature.

* Please exercise caution when having a fire. Keep you, your loved ones, and the surrounding area safe. 

Grill Safety

Grilling season is upon us! 🍔🍗 Whether you use a propane grill or you use a charcoal grill, it is important that you know how to keep you and your family safe while barbecuing. Always keep an extinguisher close by, read your owner's manual, and follow these tips!

• Keep your grill positioned outside a safe distance from your home, deck railing, garage, tree branches, etc.
• Check for gas leaks.
• Do not allow children and pets near your grill.
• Be careful of loose clothing or accessories.
• Keep the top of your grills and bottom trays clean.
• Never leave the grill unattended. 
• Check the connection. Examine the propane tank and the regulator and cylinder. If the connection feels loose, tighten it. 
• Before using, inspect for rust. 
• Use the proper starter fluid. 
• When you have finished using your charcoal grill, let the coals cool completely and then dispose of them in a metal container. 
• *If something doesn't look, feel, or smell right, it is always best to turn your grill off immediately and have it serviced by a professional. If you smell gas, get away from the grill and call the fire department.