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FC Fire Prevention: Toronto’s Fire Safety Leader with 20 Years of Team Expertise, Committed to Community Protection.

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Our holistic approach integrates preventive, reactive, and installation & retrofitting services, ensuring top-notch fire safety solutions tailored to your needs.

24/7 Availability

Day or night, our team is always ready to address your fire safety concerns, ensuring a safe environment for all.

Navigating Through Special Hazards with Expertise

Special Hazard Systems are designed to address unique and high-risk environments such as data centers, laboratories, and industrial settings, ensuring optimal safety and minimizing potential risks without requiring human intervention. These systems are paramount in modern fire safety, providing specialized solutions that safeguard both assets and lives during unforeseen emergencies.

Custom Fire Protection for High-Risk Environments: Understanding Special Hazard Suppression Systems

​Special Hazard Fire Suppression Systems are tailored solutions designed to protect environments where traditional fire suppression methods may be ineffective or could cause additional harm.These systems are essential in safeguarding high-value assets, critical operations, and ensuring the safety of personnel in specialized settings.​

Key Environments Requiring Special Hazard Systems:

Data Centers: Protecting sensitive electronic equipment from fire without the use of water-based systems that could cause damage. ​

Laboratories: Safeguarding areas containing flammable liquids, gases, or reactive chemicals where conventional suppression methods might be hazardous. ​ Western States Fire Protection

Industrial Facilities: Addressing risks associated with heavy machinery, combustible dust, or specialized manufacturing processes. ​ Western States Fire Protection

Common Types of Special Hazard Suppression Systems:

Clean Agent Systems: Utilize gaseous agents to extinguish fires without leaving residue, ideal for environments with sensitive equipment. ​ 

Dry Chemical Systems: Employ dry chemical powders to suppress fires, suitable for areas with flammable liquids or electrical equipment. ​

Carbon Dioxide (CO₂) Systems: Use CO₂ to displace oxygen, effectively suppressing fires in unoccupied areas containing high-value equipment. ​ 

Foam Systems: Apply a foam-water mixture to suppress fires involving flammable liquids, commonly used in aircraft hangars and fuel storage areas. ​ Wikipedia

Advantages of Implementing Special Hazard Systems:

Rapid Detection and Suppression: Quickly identifies and suppresses fires, minimizing damage and downtime. ​ 

Minimal Residue and Cleanup: Many systems leave little to no residue, reducing cleanup time and preserving the integrity of equipment and assets. ​ Blog | Impact Fire

Environmentally Friendly Options: Certain systems use agents that are safe for the environment and non-toxic to humans. ​ Blog | Impact Fire

Infographic showing three inspection intervals for fire suppression systems: monthly checks with a checklist icon, semiannual maintenance with a technician holding an extinguisher, and annual professional inspection with a safety inspector and NFPA clipboard.

Ensuring the Reliability of Special Hazard Fire Suppression Systems

Regular maintenance and inspection are critical to ensure that special hazard fire suppression systems function effectively during emergencies.Adhering to established standards helps maintain system reliability and compliance.​

Monthly Checks:

System owners should perform monthly inspections to verify that equipment remains in operable condition. This includes ensuring that no modifications have been made to the protected area, confirming the system’s proper placement, and checking for physical damage or obstructions.

Semiannual Maintenance:

At least twice a year, qualified technicians should conduct thorough maintenance in line with the manufacturer’s guidelines. This involves examining all components, verifying unobstructed agent distribution piping, and assessing the extinguishing agent’s condition.

Annual Professional Inspection:

A comprehensive yearly inspection by trained personnel is essential to document and ensure proper system operation. This practice aligns with the standards set by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). ​ fssa.net

Key Benefits That Set FC Fire Prevention Apart:

At FC Fire Prevention, our strength lies in the combined expertise of our dedicated professionals. Each member brings a unique set of skills and experiences, ensuring that we remain at the forefront of fire safety and prevention.

One Call – One Company

Our installation and engineering departments synchronize to ensure that your special hazard system installation is meticulously planned and executed according to the designed specifications.




Harnessing varied expertise for unified safety goals.

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Experienced Technicians

Our technicians, who undergo continuous training and testing, ensure that your special hazard system installation project is completed efficiently and to the highest standards. This aligns with our dedication to providing peace of mind and ensuring the utmost levels of fire safety, a commitment that is echoed in our positive client testimonials.


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Ensuring up-to-date knowledge and skills.

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Experienced Engineers

Our engineers specialize in fire protection engineering and bring many years of real-world experience to the table. A dedicated engineer is assigned to each project, ensuring that it meets all local and national standards, including those set by the National Building Code of Canada .



Upholding the highest standards in every endeavor.

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Fire Extinguisher Installations

A crucial first line of defense against fires, suitable for various types of environments.






Pushing boundaries for safer tomorrow.

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Fire Alarm Systems

Advanced fire detection systems that provide early warnings, minimizing risk and damage.






Spreading awareness, one event at a time.

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Fire Sprinkler Systems

Automated systems designed to control and extinguish fires without human intervention.






Championing sustainable practices in fire prevention.

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Emergency Lighting

Essential for guiding occupants to safety in case of power failure during a fire.






Blending global protocols with local nuances.

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Kitchen Suppression Systems

Specialized systems designed for commercial kitchens, one of the highest-risk areas for fires.





Blending global protocols with local nuances.

FC Fire Prevention

Special Hazard Systems

Custom solutions for unique or high-risk environments such as data centers, laboratories, and industrial settings.





Blending global protocols with local nuances.

FC Fire Prevention

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