Know exactly what triggers a fire watch — and what it costs you not to have one.

Plain-language guides to the NFPA standards Georgia's fire code relies on. Written for the person who needs an answer at 2am, not a code committee.

When active construction or renovation work requires a fire watch, and what your fire safety plan needs to include.

The 10-hour rule, who's responsible for arranging coverage, and what your fire protection contractor needs from you.

The 4-hour threshold for alarm impairment, and what happens if you go past it without coverage.

When an occupied building's egress or life safety systems are compromised enough to require a fire watch.

Welding, cutting, and brazing rules — when a dedicated fire watch is mandatory during and after hot work.

Need fire watch on site tonight?

Certified personnel and complete round documentation your AHJ will accept.