Key points: The rise in the hybrid workforce has created unprecedented vacancies in Denver’s commercial office buildings. This leaves empty floors and areas of semi-occupied floors that go unpatrolled for weeks or months. Long-term vacancies create a range of security

Key points: In the eyes of the Denver Fire Department, you are legally bound to continue firewatch until you submit the required NFPA paperwork. Your contractor understands what paperwork you need to submit, but it’s on you to submit it.

Key points: A water main line emergency is a “zero-hour” fire watch trigger for commercial businesses and multi-tenant residential buildings. This means you must dispatch a trained and certified monitor without delay. Unlike other unexpected emergencies, such as a power

Key points: Dispatching fire watch security is more than a matter of compliance. Staffing trained and certified professionals provides a range of benefits. So much so that many Denver businesses dispatch monitoring proactively before the downtime window. Your employees, tenants,

Key points: Fire watch isn’t always scheduled in advance, but when it is it’s the ideal time to conduct a fire drill. Whether it’s for hot work or system repairs, scheduled monitoring reminds you of your compliance requirements. Most businesses

Key points: Summer crowds present critical fire code considerations for Denver hotels, restaurants, and bars. Even if occupancy or operations don’t warrant a special event permit or mandated fire monitoring, many venues conduct preventative monitoring. Especially venues with retractable roofs

Key points: Summer is in full swing, which means Denver is hosting an array of food festivals, farmer’s markets, street festivals, and outdoor events. These events pose unique fire and safety risks. Your outdoor permit mandates the number of designated

Key points: Hotels, country clubs, rooftop bars, and private venues in and around Denver host Independence Day events. In addition to general safety and occupancy compliance, you must monitor for fireworks. Even if consumer-grade, you’re liable if fireworks ignite. Your

Key points: The next time your apartment building or business requires fire monitoring, you’ll need to use electronic logs. Electronic fire watch logs went into effect on December 31, 2025. Beyond complying with the Denver Fire Department, most insurance companies