While gathering your inspection kit, the chances are that you never thought of getting a crawl space creeper. You might think it’s an unnecessary money or time investment that should be avoided. But is it? Let’s find out! Do You Need A Crawl Space Creeper? Short answer: yes! Crawling through crawl spaces, whether for home […]
Building codes are quite complex and intimidating, but they play a critical role in the construction process. They provide a comprehensive roadmap that protects each occupant’s health and safety by creating and maintaining safe structures. However, the codes are rigorous. Here are a few reasons why building codes are a vital component in commercial construction. […]
Fire doors are a physical barrier between a fire and a potentially safe area. They slow down the movement of fire, and they prevent damage. To assure the integrity of fire doors, they should be inspected regularly. If you have installed fire doors in your building, this blog post will shed light on why regular […]
The Americans Disabilities Act or ADA is a law that prohibits discrimination against people living with disabilities. The ADA applies to public accommodations and commercial facilities, as well as private employers, employment agencies, federal agencies, and more. The Americans with Disabilities Act protects people with all types of disabilities. That includes physical and sensory disabilities, […]
This could be the first time you hear about a door gap gauge, and we don’t fault you for that. It’s not a common item people talk about in regular conversations. Here’s the down-low on this handy device that could save lives. A fire door gap gauge is a simple tool fire door industry inspectors […]
Every business that offers services or goods to the public must be accessible. This includes websites for businesses without a physical location. ADA signage is designed to help people with disabilities navigate the physical spaces of a business in which they are seeking products or services. This article will focus on the physical locations of […]
Small business owners who supply goods or services to the public must adhere to federal guidelines on discrimination against the disabled, which are commonly referred to as the Americans with Disabilities Act, or ADA. This can be rather intimidating, especially if you are unfamiliar with ADA. To help you out, we thought it would be […]
In a perfect world, every establishment and commercial space will design its restrooms to be more accommodating to persons with disabilities. After all, even though the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards are not included in the International Building Code, they are still a significant law with stringent requirements. Unfortunately, not all businesses believe it’s […]
Fires are a real danger. While the requirements for commercial fire door inspections may not be completely clear, facility managers should not wait to address them. It is vital that you familiarize yourself with the basics and benefits of adequately inspecting fire doors. Keep reading below. What Is a Fire Door? A fire door is […]
The Americans with Disabilities Act was a law that was passed to ensure those with disabilities will not experience discrimination in public places, such as restaurants. This made establishments become compliant with the law or face dire consequences. While highly effective, there are still lapses in enforcing the law because some buildings unintentionally don’t take […]
