by Bri Brown | Mar 6, 2026 | Areas of Refuge, Building Owners, Commercial Fire, General Contractors, Prestige Alarm
Quick SummaryAn accessible means of egress is a safe path for people with disabilities to reach a protected location – known as an area of refuge – or exit the building during an emergency. This NFPA 101 requirement can be met by providing direct access to...
by Bri Brown | Mar 2, 2026 | BDA Systems, Building Owners, Life & Safety Solutions
ERCES Annual Inspections & Maintenance Benefits for Commercial Building Owners Ensuring the reliability of your ERCES (commonly also referred to as a bidirectional amplifier (BDA) system) is not just a good practice—it’s a safety requirement. An ERCES plays a...
by Bri Brown | Feb 16, 2026 | BDA Systems, Life & Safety Solutions, Prestige Alarm
Why Cities Are Now Requiring ERCES Testing The Origin of ERCES Testing Requirements ERCES testing did not exist before the September 11, 2001, attack on the World Trade Center, but as first responders raced to save lives in the aftermath, they faced weak and failed...
