Fire Protection Podcast

By Inspect Point, Drew Slocum

The Fire Protection Podcast dives deep into topics of the fire protection industry. Fire alarm, sprinkler, suppression, extinguishers and other life safety systems are discussed. Leaders from all ov... more

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How many episodes does Fire Protection Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 74 episodes available.

Fire Protection Podcast episodes:

January 22, 2025 Understanding the Code Process in Fire Protection with Jason Webb
On this episode of The Fire Protection Podcast, host Drew Slocum talks with Jason Webb, a fire protection expert and recovering AHJ, about the intricacies of fire protection codes and standards. Jason discusses his career journey from firefighter paramedic to his role in the National Fire Sprinkler Association (NFSA) and his work with Potter. Tune in to hear a discussion on the differences between the International Code Council (ICC) and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards, the code adoption process across states and jurisdictions, and the challenges of keeping up with the latest codes. Drew and Jason also discuss the NFPA code development process, the role of technical committees, and the impact of specific NFPA codes like 3, 4, and 915 on the industry.
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43min
January 08, 2025 The Lithium-Ion Battery Fire Crisis: Amerex's Strategies for Protection and Prevention
In this episode of the Fire Protection Podcast, host Drew Slocum talks with Ben Pitts and Jamie Knowles of Amerex, the world's leading fire extinguisher manufacturer, about lithium-ion battery fires and the challenges of putting them out. They discuss the importance of using the right fire extinguisher for the job and highlight some of the latest trends in fire protection, including the growing popularity of gas detection systems for electric vehicles.
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44min
December 03, 2024 Giving Tuesday with Victor Stagnaro, CEO of the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
In this episode of the Fire Protection Podcast, powered by Inspect Point, host Drew Slocum interviews Victor Stagnaro, the CEO of the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation. The episode is being released on Giving Tuesday, and for every demo booked in December, Inspect Point will donate $100 to the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation.
Victor describes the work of the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation, including their efforts to support the families of fallen firefighters. The foundation also works to prevent line-of-duty deaths and injuries through education and training.
Victor and Drew discuss the fire protection industry and some of the challenges that firefighters face, including the increased risk of cancer and mental health issues. They also talk about the importance of fire prevention and the role of sprinkler systems in reducing firefighter fatalities.
To donate to the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation, visit firehero.org.
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31min
November 20, 2024 Transforming Fire Protection: A Conversation with Jensen Hughes CEO Raj Arora
On this episode of the Fire Protection Podcast, host Drew Slocum welcomes Raj Arora, CEO of Jensen Hughes, a global leader in fire protection engineering and consulting.
Raj shares his journey from selling fire alarm systems to leading a global firm, offering insights into the evolving landscape of fire protection. They discuss:
- The impact of private equity: How has it shaped the industry, and what does the future hold?
- Emerging trends: From wildfires and lithium-ion batteries to the resurgence of nuclear power, how is the industry adapting to new challenges?
- The role of technology: How is AI and digitalization transforming fire protection and creating new opportunities?
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40min
November 11, 2024 Raquel Gomez on Starting a Fire Protection Business as a Veteran
Follow Raquel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rgomezmarvetfire/
Connect with Drew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drew-slocum-65aa4233/
Inspect Point is a cloud-based solution that supports fire and life safety professionals in their mission to make the world more secure. The web-based backend and a powerful mobile application enable companies to run their entire business from inspection to collection with one platform. Featuring a library of built-in NFPA & UL-C templates, Inspect Point is the most comprehensive fire protection platform on the market today. As technology advances, Inspect Point will support the fire protection industry each step of the way. Learn more about Inspect Point:
https://www.inspectpoint.com
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35min
October 16, 2024 The State of Sprinkler Manufacturing & Systems with Jim McHugh
Take the survey to be part of our 2025 Fire & Life Safety Report: https://engage.inspectpoint.com/fpp-ep-70-fls-report-survey
AGF Manufacturing: https://agfmfg.com/
Follow Jim McHugh: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-mchugh-agf/
Connect with Drew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drew-slocum-65aa4233/
Inspect Point is a cloud-based solution that supports fire and life safety professionals in their mission to make the world more secure. The web-based backend and a powerful mobile application enable companies to run their entire business from inspection to collection with one platform. Featuring a library of built-in NFPA & UL-C templates, Inspect Point is the most comprehensive fire protection platform on the market today. As technology advances, Inspect Point will support the fire protection industry each step of the way. Learn more about Inspect Point: https://www.inspectpoint.com
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58min
October 02, 2024 Andreas Huber On the Intersection of Software, the Fire Service, & Fire Protection
Take the survey to be part of our 2025 Fire & Life Safety Report: https://engage.inspectpoint.com/fpp-ep-69-fls-report-survey

FirstDue: https://www.firstdue.com/
Follow Andreas Huber: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreas-huber-797ba618/
Connect with Drew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drew-slocum-65aa4233/
Inspect Point is a cloud-based solution that supports fire and life safety professionals in their mission to make the world more secure. The web-based backend and a powerful mobile application enable companies to run their entire business from inspection to collection with one platform. Featuring a library of built-in NFPA & UL-C templates, Inspect Point is the most comprehensive fire protection platform on the market today. As technology advances, Inspect Point will support the fire protection industry each step of the way. Learn more about Inspect Point: https://www.inspectpoint.com
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35min
September 18, 2024 Enterprise Resource Planning: Brad Dempsey on Purpose-Built Systems in Fire & Life Safety
Solutions360: https://solutions360.com/
Follow Brad Dempsey: https://www.linkedin.com/in/braddempsey/
Connect with Drew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drew-slocum-65aa4233/
Inspect Point is a cloud-based solution that supports fire and life safety professionals in their mission to make the world more secure. The web-based backend and a powerful mobile application enable companies to run their entire business from inspection to collection with one platform. Featuring a library of built-in NFPA & UL-C templates, Inspect Point is the most comprehensive fire protection platform on the market today. As technology advances, Inspect Point will support the fire protection industry each step of the way. Learn more about Inspect Point: https://www.inspectpoint.com
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45min
July 25, 2024 Looking Back & Looking Ahead: Shawn Mahoney Talks Impact of Changes to NFPA 72 on the Fire Alarm code
NFPA: nfpa.org/
Follow Shawn Mahoney: linkedin.com/in/shawn-mahoney-p-e-18269a48/
Connect with Drew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drew-slocum-65aa4233/
Inspect Point is a cloud-based solution that supports fire and life safety professionals in their mission to make the world more secure. The web-based backend and a powerful mobile application enable companies to run their entire business from inspection to collection with one platform. Featuring a library of built-in NFPA & UL-C templates, Inspect Point is the most comprehensive fire protection platform on the market today. As technology advances, Inspect Point will support the fire protection industry each step of the way. Learn more about Inspect Point: https://www.inspectpoint.com
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49min
July 10, 2024 What's New in Fleet Management Technology with Matt Curtis
Azuga: https://www.azuga.com/
Connect with Matt Curtis: https://linkedin.com/in/matt-curtis-52b288/
Connect with Drew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drew-slocum-65aa4233/
Inspect Point is a cloud-based solution that supports fire and life safety professionals in their mission to make the world more secure. The web-based backend and a powerful mobile application enable companies to run their entire business from inspection to collection with one platform. Featuring a library of built-in NFPA & UL-C templates, Inspect Point is the most comprehensive fire protection platform on the market today. As technology advances, Inspect Point will support the fire protection industry each step of the way. Learn more about Inspect Point:
https://www.inspectpoint.com
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44min

FAQs about Fire Protection Podcast:

How many episodes does Fire Protection Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 74 episodes available.

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