What is NFPA 704 NFPA 704 is also known as the “Standard System for the Identification of the Hazards of Materials for Emergency Response.” This standard provides a widely-recognized system for hazardous material identification. The National Fire Protection...
Wayfinding maps help people navigate office complexes, malls, campuses, and other large buildings. Whether users are visitors to the space or simply unfamiliar with the area they’re in, wayfinding maps relieve the anxiety of not knowing where to go or how to get...
Does your school have an evacuation plan in place in the event of a school emergency? Schoolsafety.gov recommends every school develop a comprehensive emergency operations plan (EOP) that documents the actions students, teachers, and school staff should take before,...
Hospital wayfinding signage should direct visitors, patients, and staff from their vehicles, to the entryways, to their destination, and back. However, hospital wayfinding signage users tend to be under more stress than the average user. This presents unique...
When it comes to preventing loss of life, injury, and property damage, a robust pre-incident response plan goes a long way. They’re a requirement in many places, and when they’re not, it’s a best practice. At Building Maps, we know how valuable pre-incident plans are,...
On June 14, 2023, Texas passed a bill to improve school security. In addition to expanding mental health training for school staff and securing schools with armed officers, the legislation also requires schools to provide building maps to local emergency responders....
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