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U.S. CPSC
October 30, 2003 |
Notifier Recall for Fire Alarm Panels A software problem can result in system devices unexpectedly changing their Type ID, making them appear to be photo detectors. This condition should result in several trouble signals.   |
U.S. CPSC
October 5, 2010 |
Fire Alarm Control Panels Recalled by Fire-Lite Alarms Due to Alert Failure The recalled fire alarm control panels used with an SLC-2LS expander module can fail to sound an alarm in the event of a fire. |
U.S. CPSC
July 27, 2007 |
Gamewell-FCI Recalls to Upgrade Software Used with Fire Alarm System Control Panels The software in the fire alarm system could fail to recognize when a detector needs servicing as a result of the buildup of dust, dirt, or other environmental pollutants, which could result in the system failing to respond in the event of a fire. |
U.S. CPSC
April 9, 2008 |
Fire Alarm Control Panel Recalled By Gamewell FCI Due to Alert Failure The sounder on the panel's main circuit board can fail to alert when there is a malfunction. |
U.S. CPSC
April 7, 2009 |
Honeywell International Recalls Vista Security System Control Panels Due to Failure of Panic Feature Security systems programmed with a wireless silent panic feature can fail to operate properly the first time the panic button is pressed on the remote transmitter. If the panic button is pressed only once, this can unexpectedly leave residents without a triggered alarm during an emergency. |
U.S. CPSC
September 6, 2007 |
Apex Security Systems with XICOR Memory Chip Recalled by Honeywell International; Could Fail to Warn of Fire, Intrusion The memory chip in the control panel could lose programmed values in the event of a power outage exceeding four hours. If this occurs, the panel could fail to communicate with a central monitoring station and not sound an audible notification in the event of a fire or home intrusion. |
U.S. CPSC
February 8, 2011 |
Simplex Fire Alarm Control Panels Recalled by Tyco Safety Products Westminster Due to Failure to Alert Monitoring Centers The recalled fire alarm control panels can fail to send a signal to alert monitoring centers in the event of a fire. |
U.S. CPSC
March 8, 2005 |
Honeywell Sensing and Controls Recall of Thermal Switches When these switches are used in fire or HVAC dampers and heat detectors, they could fail to operate, causing the damper not to close or causing the heat detector not to alarm if there is a fire. |
U.S. CPSC
July 9, 2009 |
Kidde Recalls Dual Sensor Smoke Alarms; Can Fail to Warn of a Fire An electrostatic discharge can damage the unit, causing it not to warn consumers of a fire. |
U.S. CPSC
December 22, 2004 |
GE Security Inc. Retrofit/Recall of Smoke Detector Systems The smoke alarms can fail to activate during a fire or emergency, if installed in combination with certain control panels. |
U.S. CPSC
November 10, 2009 |
Rechargeable Batteries Used with Touch Panels for Audio/Visual Systems Recalled by AMX Due to Fire and Burn Hazards Touch panels left uncharged for more than three months can fail, causing the battery to rupture. This poses a fire and burn hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC
November 20, 2008 |
Watts Water Technologies Recalls Rotor and Shaft Assemblies Due to Fire Hazard If the assembly was installed in a fire suppression system and remained in a closed position, sufficient water might not have been available in the event of a fire. This posed a fire hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC
November 19, 2004 |
Midwest and GE Recall of Meter Load Centers Some of these products were sold with loose internal bolt connections, which could result in excessive heat or fire. |
U.S. CPSC
May 19, 2006 |
Tyco Fire & Security Recall to Upgrade Software of Fire Detection Systems Sensors in these fire detection systems could experience reduced sensitivity to smoke in conditions of high humidity and high temperature, which could delay the detection of smoke in the event of a fire. |
U.S. CPSC
July 16, 2004 |
Marshall Field's Recall of Fire Pit Spark Screen The fire pit spark screen can catch fire when it comes into direct contact with a flame, posing a burn and fire hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC
April 1, 2010 |
Agio International Recalls Outdoor Gas Fire Columns Sold Exclusively at Costco Due to Fire Hazard Gas can leak from connections in the column, posing a fire hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC
May 15, 2008 |
Maple Chase Co. Recalls Carbon Monoxide and Carbon Monoxide/Smoke Combo Alarms Due to Alarm Malfunction The recalled alarms can sound a "double chirp"/fault alarm in the presence of CO, prior to going into full alarm. Upon hearing a double chirp, the Owner's Manual instructions recommend a consumer take the alarm out of service, which could expose consumers to hazardous levels of CO and suffer injury or death. |
U.S. CPSC
August 22, 2008 |
Power Light Modules Recalled by GCI Technologies Due to Fire and Burn Hazards Internal wiring in the module's circuit boards is incorrectly installed, posing a risk of an electrical fire and burn hazards to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC
May 2, 2006 |
First Alert Smoke Alarms and Combination Smoke/CO Alarms Recalled for Rapidly Draining Battery Power If the batteries on the smoke/CO alarm are not replaced before the battery power terminates, the alarm will not detect smoke in the event of a possible fire and the presence of carbon monoxide. |
U.S. CPSC
June 14, 2011 |
General Electric, Sharp Recalls GE Air Conditioning and Heating Units Due to Fire Hazard An electrical component in the heating system can fail, posing a fire hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC
May 27, 2011 |
CPSC Alert: Counterfeit Smoke Alarms Distributed in Atlanta The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is urging consumers in the Atlanta area to check their homes for counterfeit smoke alarms. |
U.S. CPSC
April 1, 2005 |
CPSC Reminds Americans to Change Smoke Alarm Batteries When Changing Clocks for Daylight-Saving Time While about 90% of U.S. households have smoke alarms installed, a CPSC survey estimated millions of those households, about 20%, do not have any working alarms. |
U.S. CPSC
March 9, 2007 |
CPSC and USFA Sound Carbon Monoxide Alarm While smoke alarms have helped save countless lives over the past 30 years, some things must still be taken into account when creating the family fire escape plan. |
U.S. CPSC
October 9, 2002 |
Millions of Americans Have Smoke Alarms that Don't Work The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission estimates that about 16 million homes in the U.S. have smoke alarms that do not work. The reason? The batteries are dead or missing. |
U.S. CPSC
October 8, 2003 |
CPSC Warns: Millions of Americans Have Smoke Alarms that Don't Work This is Fire Prevention Week (October 5-11), but the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) estimates that millions of homes in the U.S. have smoke alarms that do not work. Usually, the batteries are dead or missing. |
U.S. CPSC
March 6, 2008 |
CPSC Daylight Saving Time Alert: Working Smoke Alarms Are Key to Surviving Home Fires The most common reasons why alarms did not work were missing, disconnected, or dead batteries. |
U.S. CPSC
October 22, 2004 |
CPSC Recommends Fresh Batteries for Smoke Alarms and Fire Safety Tips for Every Home The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recommends that consumers follow these tips to help prevent fires, deaths, and injuries. |
U.S. CPSC
April 1, 2004 |
CPSC Recommends Fresh Batteries for Smoke Alarms and Fire Safety Tips for Every Home Everyone needs a smoke alarm with a fresh battery on every level of the house and in every bedroom |
U.S. CPSC
November 2, 2007 |
When Changing Clocks Back to Standard Time, Check Batteries and Age of Alarms - CPSC Recommends Replacing Older Alarms The sensors in alarms will degrade and lose effectiveness over time because of environmental contamination and age. |
The Motley Fool
April 29, 2004
Selena Maranjian |
When Your House Burns Down Keep those home fires from burning a hole in your heart and wallet. Home fires don't happen only to other people. They could happen to you, too. Learn about some steps you can take to prevent one in your home, and what to do in case one does happen. |
AboutSafety
March 2, 2001
Paul Somerville |
Fire: It Won't Happen To You? Fires devastate workplaces when they strike, but few of us take the risk seriously. |
AboutSafety
August 2, 2001 |
Traffic Hazards To Fire Fighters While Working Along Roads The fact that fire fighters have been struck and killed while providing emergency services along roads show that hazards to the fire service are not limited to structural or wildland fires. |
Entrepreneur
August 2007
Nichole L. Torres |
Hook Me Up Home security entrepreneurs are wired for success. The integration of alarm systems with home automation systems means huge projected growth in this industry. |
AskMen.com
August 27, 2003
Steve Richer |
How To: Fireproof Your Home Anticipating problems is always the best way to avoid them. If you follow these tips, you'll have a better chance of not just surviving a fire, but avoiding one altogether. |
Fast Company
Alice Truong |
Nest Halts Sale Of Smoke And Carbon Monoxide Detector Protect Nest has halted sales of its smoke and carbon monoxide monitor Protect after discovering a flaw that could delay the alarm from going off. It could take three months before the company pushes a software update to remedy the issue. |
AboutSafety
November 29, 2000 |
Igniting Passion For Dousing Fires Measures required to prevent fire can be simple, and they need to be part of any effective workplace health and safety program. |
U.S. CPSC
April 3, 2003 |
Change Smoke Alarm Batteries When Changing Clocks for Daylight Saving Time The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) urges consumers to change their smoke alarm batteries when changing their clock for Daylight Saving Time this Sunday, April 6. |
U.S. CPSC
March 6, 2009 |
Replace Smoke and CO Alarm Batteries This Sunday for Daylight Saving Time The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is urging consumers to replace their smoke alarm and carbon monoxide (CO) alarm batteries this Sunday as clocks are turned ahead for Daylight Saving Time. |
AskMen.com
Michael Hirsch |
How To: Make Your Home Safer In our busy, day-to-day lives, we often neglect to realize that real danger can lurk in our homes if we're not sufficiently aware and prepared. Read on to learn how to make your home safer. |
| This Old House |
Fire Pit Safety These tips will keep your friendly fire from becoming a raging inferno. |
