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Jul 18
We’re Hiring!
We’re Hiring!

Ready for a new challenge? Community Fire Prevention is a well-established Fire Protection company in business for over 30 years. We are looking to hire new technicians to join our growing team. To apply for...

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Jun 22
Tragic London Apartment Fire Highlights Importance of a Maintained Fire Alarm System
Tragic London Apartment Fire Highlights Importance of a Maintained Fire Alarm System

Tragic London Apartment Fire Highlights Importance of a Maintained Fire Alarm SystemA fire that ripped through a London high-rise building has left authorities fearing nearly 80 people dead (those missing are as of June 19th,...

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May 26
Carbon Monoxide Detectors Now Mandatory in Vancouver
Carbon Monoxide Detectors Now Mandatory in Vancouver

The City of Vancouver has added an addition to the fire bylaw, making carbon monoxide detectors mandatory in residential buildings with fuel-burning appliances or attached garages.Appliances typically linked to Carbon Monoxide include:•Furnaces•Gas clothes dryers•Gas ranges...

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Nov 21
Recall: Kidde NightHawk smoke detector, carbon monoxide alarms
Recall: Kidde NightHawk smoke detector, carbon monoxide alarms

A national recall has been issued for 1.5 million Kidde smoke detector and carbon monoxide alarms in Canada because they may not chirp in the case of an emergency.The recall applies to two Kidde NightHawk...

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Oct 27
Get First-Hand Experience Using Fire Extinguishers
Get First-Hand Experience Using Fire Extinguishers

There are lots of different types of extinguishers, all used for specific purposes.If you haven't already, start with part one, Not all Fire Extinguishers are Made Equal: Types of Fire Extinguishing Agents and part two, How to Choose...

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Oct 20
How to Choose the Right Fire Extinguisher
How to Choose the Right Fire Extinguisher

Choosing the Right Fire ExtinguisherGuessing is not an option!  Being prepared in advance is key!If you haven't already, start with part one, Not all Fire Extinguishers are Made Equal: Types of Fire Extinguishing Agents. This post looks...

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Oct 13
Not all Fire Extinguishers are Made Equal: Types of Fire Extinguishing Agents
Not all Fire Extinguishers are Made Equal: Types of Fire Extinguishing Agents

Not all Fire Extinguishers are Made Equal  Some types of fire extinguishing agents can be used on more than one class of fire. Others will have  warnings where it would be dangerous for the operator...

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Sep 09
Be Aware of SCAM Fire Inspectors in Vancouver BC
Be Aware of SCAM Fire Inspectors in Vancouver BC

Fraudulent Fire Inspectors, Vancouver BCUnfortunately, in Greater Vancouver it is possible you could be approached by a fake Fire Inspector or someone representing a fraudulent Fire Inspection company.Typically they will come into your business and...

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Aug 19
Fire Safety Plans in BC
Fire Safety Plans in BC

Fire Safety Plans & Fire Code Compliance Properties found to be in violation of the BC Fire Code requirements are often at higher risk of a fire event than properties found to be prepared and...

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Welcome to Community Fire Prevention Ltd. Blog. Here we provide safety tips on how to prevent fires in your home, office, or place of work. For more information about our fire prevention services please feel free to contact us at 604-944-9242.

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