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ScanSeries® for Android App Update v1.1.344
All users of TC55 and XM5 PDAs MUST update their devices to this version in order to avoid BuildingReports service interruption.
Read MoreBRForms® for Android Update v1.0.35 Released
All BRForms users on Android are strongly encouraged to install or update to this version (1.0.35) as soon as possible to avoid service disruption.
Read MoreFive Considerations for Adopting Electronic Compliance Inspection Reporting
Read BuildingReports' article from the October edition of Industrial Fire World magazine.
Read MoreImportant Update: Changes to Supported iOS Devices
Apple devices running iOS versions older than 8.0 are no longer supported.
Read MorePortal Update: New Inspection Status Drop-Down Shortcut
New update allows users to change inspection status from the Get Reports list view.
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New Bluetooth® Scanning Device Offers BuildingReports Members Several Advantages
BuildingReports® is pleased to announce the general availability of the Socket Mobile S800 1D Imager Barcode Scanner following the Beta release. The Bluetooth® device is configured to pair with supported mobile devices equipped with pair with Android and iOS devices equipped with BuildingReports’ ScanSeries® application.
November 01, 2016 | David Spence | Jump to Comments |
Category : Tips, Tricks & How-To's
Tags :Scanning Devices | Bluetooth | iOS | Android

Commonly Overlooked Test and Inspection Requirements
The following is a guest blog contribution from one of BuildingReports' service members, A1 Sprinkler & Systems Integration. If you would like to contribute as a guest blogger, please contact marketing@buildingreports.com.
Life safety systems such as sprinklers, fire extinguishers, fire pumps, and fire alarms all have required tests and inspections to ensure they are running properly. Fire safety systems protect lives and property, and where they are required to be installed there is an authority (such as the AHJ or Fire Department) to inspect them and ensure compliance with state and federal laws.
October 26, 2016 | A1 Sprinkler & Systems Integration | Jump to Comments |
Category : Codes & Standards | Building Management | Building Inspections | Tips, Tricks & How-To's
Tags :Tips | Sprinkler | Sprinkler Inspection | Facility Management | NFPA 25 | Best Practices

New Feature for ScanSeries Healthcare Users
BuildingReports has released a new feature that will be welcomed by users of our ScanSeries Healthcare formats. When logging into your account and viewing your reports in a healthcare format, you will notice a new designation in the legend section at the beginning of the Inspection and Testing section.
September 19, 2016 | Joe Scibetta | Jump to Comments |
Category : Tips, Tricks & How-To's
Tags :ScanSeries | Healthcare | Product Update | New Feature | The Joint Commission | HFAP | DNV | Tips

Louisiana State Fire Marshal Provides Guidance for Businesses Regarding Reopening After Historic Flood
The Louisiana State Fire Marshal released guidelines and requirements for businesses who plan to reopen following the historic flooding that impacted the region recently. An estimated 6.9 trillion gallons of water fell across the impacted area in early to mid-August.
The following guidelines as published earlier today are in effect through the end of November 2016:
August 26, 2016 | David Spence | Jump to Comments |
Category : Codes & Standards | Building Management
Tags :Facility Management | Building Owner | Codes & Standards | OSHA | Lousiana | State Fire Marshal | Natural Disaster

OSHA Penalties Skyrocket 80% with Changes Effective August 1, 2016
Effective August 1st (2016), companies with more than 250 employees can expect increased scrutiny and fines under OSHA's new enforcement and penalty policies. Area directors from OSHA can offer companies with fewer than 250 employees a fine reduction of 20%.
Under the new guidelines, fines for incidents increased by 80% to a maximum of $124,709 per citation. If multiple employees are involved - and the violation is deemed egregious by OSHA - the offending company can be cited for each employee at the full $124,709 per citation. The penalty for willful and/or repeat violations is now set at $12,470, and the timeframe for classifying a violation as willful or repeat was expanded by two years, from a 3-year period to 5 years.
August 22, 2016 | David Spence | Jump to Comments |
Category : Codes & Standards | Building Management | Building Inspections
Tags :Facility Management | Building Owner | Codes & Standards | Best Practices | OSHA | Industrial

CMS Top 10 Life Safety Code Violations & the New Final Rule
Audits by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services accredited agencies can cause sleepless nights for those responsible for fire and life safety systems in healthcare occupancy types. Not only can the outcome lead to having to cut employees loose and steep fines, but because these audits results are reported publicly it can also have a negative impact from a public relations standpoint.
The fact is only 20% of facilities pass annually with zero discrepancies. To help facility management and maintenance better prepare for audits the CMS release a list of the top ten life safety discrepancies by the percentage of facilities cited. Keeping these in mind when preparing for an audit could help you become the one in five to pass your next audit rather than the exception.
August 10, 2016 | David Spence | Jump to Comments |
Category : Building Management | Building Inspections | Codes & Standards

INFOGRAPHIC: The Real Cost of False Alarms & How to Prevent Them
July 25, 2016 | David Spence | Jump to Comments |
Category : Building Management | Tips, Tricks & How-To's
Tags :Fire Alarm | Security System | Tips | Resources | Best Practices

Are you prepared for your next fire inspection?
How prepared are you for a fire inspection? Your local fire marshal can stop by to inspect your business anytime, so it is of grave importance to make sure your building is up to code at all times. But what exactly does “up to code” mean? After all, fire codes can be very complex and while many aspects of the inspection are ‘common sense’, there are some that can really offer trouble understanding.
July 14, 2016 | County Fire Protection | Jump to Comments |
Category : Building Management | Building Inspections | Tips, Tricks & How-To's
Tags :Tips | Fire Inspection | Facility Management | Building Owner

BuildingReports Surpasses 3M Inspection Milestone: The Power of Big Data
BuildingReports, thanks to its massive network of independent inspection companies and facility users, has compiled the world's largest database of fire and life safety inspection reporting. But, with great success comes great responsibility. Often overlooked are the opportunities that arise with the advantages of big data. For those not familiar with the information technology term, big data refers to extremely large data sets that may be analyzed computationally to reveal patterns, trends, and associations.
July 07, 2016 | David Spence | Jump to Comments |
Category : Industry Perspective

SprinklerScan for iOS: Update Your App for New Devices
BuildingReports members using ScanSeries for Apple iOS devices can now update to version 2.8.7 via the Apple App Store. The latest release includes minor improvements, as well as a correction to fix a recent "Download Mistmatch" error reported from users in the field.
Members licensing SprinklerScan on iOS will also have access to new Pump Test Discharge Devices, including:
- Flowbuster
- BigBoy Hose Monster
- Hose Monster Model II
- Little Hose Monster
- Open Atmosphere - Pilotless Nozzle
- In-Line Hose Monster
BuildingReports advises members to keep their ScanSeries applications up to date with the current release to ensure field technicians have access to the latest features and enhancements.
May 18, 2016 | David Spence | Jump to Comments |
Category : Tips, Tricks & How-To's
Tags :ScanSeries | Product Update | iOS | SprinklerScan
