Fire Safety: How do you prevent a disaster?

[SolutionLogic]

Good morning my friend.
Panda film melts and drips flames everywhere, seen it first hand.
Unfortunately there aren't a lot of reflective products that won't burn.
I'm using drywall now in the new room.
It's the best thing I could find to reduce the fire hazard.
Does anyone know a reflective wall covering that's not flammable?
Other than drywall?
Best suggestion is remove everything that you can thats flammable.
Install smoke detectors and get a Big fire extinguisher.
Double check all wiring, equipment & circuits, anything suspect or old should be replaced.
Let's see if we can find something for the walls.

I use the poly to protect the drywall. Was it an electrical fire, that started in you're grow room? I'm an instrument technician, and we go hand and hand with electricians on electrical installations. So I know my stuff is beyond code. On the wiring anyway. In fact, I'm more worried about the rest of the house.. built in the 60's.

 

[CaptainLucky]

Never too busy for you Amigo.

Yes.
You didn’t know? Did you think i was actually Fire Marshall Bill?
I had a fire as a child, now this one.
What are the odds?
The brand new weegro^w light blew up before the circuit breaker popped.
It was on dead low, just out of the box.
Lost all my mom's but I survived.
Lost some hair and major smoke inhalation but survived.
Be careful Cap'n it's not a trivial matter.
Follow as many precautions as you can.
And Be safe!
take care.




#Vivosun #LoveWhatYouGrow
Bill284

I was going to use a 1”X8” piece of wood on top of my tent for a fan but I have a piece of metal shelving I’m going to use now.CL

 

[Bill284]

I use the poly to protect the drywall. Was it an electrical fire, that started in you're grow room? I'm an instrument technician, and we go hand and hand with electricians on electrical installations. So I know my stuff is beyond code. On the wiring anyway. In fact, I'm more worried about the rest of the house.. built in the 60's.

I installed my light under a wood floor. My first mistake.
I had white poly on the walls. Second mistake.
The light blew up caught the walls and wood on fire.
All the other electrical was fine.
They did an analysis of the whole situation.
The insurance company wouldn't let me see it though.
What they did say it started with the new LED.
The box was still outside the room , I had just hung it.
Official Wee Gro^w was the brand.
My first light sponsor, of all things.
They changed their name to avoid the lawsuits.
Just Wee Gro^w now, don't use them.
So if I had taken precautions I'd just have a burnt light.
Instead 6 days before it was sold the house caught fire.
I was on the street with a dog and 2 cats.
Couldn't get anything from the house.
It was a nightmare of my own creation.
So anything can go wrong.
All you can do is your best to reduce the risk.
And increase safety.
Be safe.




#Vivosun #LoveWhatYouGrow
Bill284

 

[bluter]

I use the poly to protect the drywall.

the poly could negate your insurance if it's panda. it's absolutely dangerous. cdn insurance companies are ok with growers but there are stipulations. some materials can't be used and all electrical obviously has to be up to code.

you should check with your insurer, they may require an inspection.

Does anyone know a reflective wall covering that's not flammable?
Other than drywall?

pebbled laminated sheet mylar. its the same material tents are made of.
flat white non gloss paint. depends what is under it.
concrete tile. the stuff you put behind your shower, or the stuff used as fire barrier for a fireplace. used to use it on wood ceilings when we ran hid lighting. it can be painted.
double sided bubble type mylar. fire resistant not fire proof. it doesn't flame up or melt down the same as the panda.

 

[CaptainLucky]

the poly could negate your insurance if it's panda. it's absolutely dangerous. cdn insurance companies are ok with growers but there are stipulations. some materials can't be used and all electrical obviously has to be up to code.

you should check with your insurer, they may require an inspection.







pebbled laminated sheet mylar. its the same material tents are made of.
flat white non gloss paint. depends what is under it.
concrete tile. the stuff you put behind your shower, or the stuff used as fire barrier for a fireplace. used to use it on wood ceilings when we ran hid lighting. it can be painted.
double sided bubble type mylar. fire resistant not fire proof. it doesn't flame up or melt down the same as the panda.

My tent says resistant but I don’t think they make a fireproof? CL

 

[SolutionLogic]

I installed my light under a wood floor. My first mistake.
I had white poly on the walls. Second mistake.
The light blew up caught the walls and wood on fire.
All the other electrical was fine.
They did an analysis of the whole situation.
The insurance company wouldn't let me see it though.
What they did say it started with the new LED.
The box was still outside the room , I had just hung it.
Official Wee Gro^w was the brand.
My first light sponsor, of all things.
They changed their name to avoid the lawsuits.
Just Wee Gro^w now, don't use them.
So if I had taken precautions I'd just have a burnt light.
Instead 6 days before it was sold the house caught fire.
I was on the street with a dog and 2 cats.
Couldn't get anything from the house.
It was a nightmare of my own creation.
So anything can go wrong.
All you can do is your best to reduce the risk.
And increase safety.
Be safe.




#Vivosun #LoveWhatYouGrow
Bill284

I shoved my foot in my mouth, real good.

 

[OGpapa]

My next project. Stuff is heavy as shiitake mushrooms

Type X drywall has special core additives that allow it to be used in fire rated designs and usually comes in 5/8” thickness. Type X drywall products will have a UL/ULC Marking printed on the back of each board identifying it as a fire-resistance rated board.

I've got a perfect old shed. I was gonna do in panda film, but after going thru bills incident. Nope.

 

[bluter]

My tent says resistant but I don’t think they make a fireproof? CL

you're good with tent a lucky. it won't get much better.

I shoved my foot in my mouth, real good.

relax. everyone here munches a mouthful at some point.

 

[SolutionLogic]

Pretty sure this thing runs on kerosene. Might actually be a firestarter

 

[Bill284]

Pretty sure this thing runs on kerosene. Might actually be a firestarter

" For home, office, dorm, gaming room, fire. "
That's the same company that made my old light isn't it?
Office Wee Burn, hehe.

Stay safe
Bill284

 

[Doctor Trevor]

Pretty sure this thing runs on kerosene. Might actually be a firestarter

Clark Griswold could've used this.

 

[CaptainLucky]

Pretty sure this thing runs on kerosene. Might actually be a firestarter

That kind of crap should be illegal. CL

 

[OGpapa]

That kind of crap should be illegal. CL

Yes.

Gifted to your enemies

 

[West Hippie]

Whoa I haven’t ever seen or heard of 12 receptacles on one circuit. Only 6 in Texas is legal . In my 12’x16’ out building I went 3 receptacles per 20 amp circuit but the lead receptacle is a ground fault interrupter and yes I buy the 20 amp matched to my #12 wire . Not so much about the receptacles it’s the GFI receptacle, with no return neutral the GFI would have tripped immediately before the breaker . They say don’t depend on them but I do , not only to save my life from being electrocuted .
I was testing my GFIs and the one feeding my hps clicked but didn’t trip , now it’s left up to the breaker and my light is still on . I use a simple GFI tester that I’ll put in a pic to . Just push the button and no trip , please change it out . Any hardware store has them but I buy all my electrical from Renolds or grainier . Also Bill’s misfortune and all electrical fires I’ve fought with the fire department can be avoided. Space heaters are the biggest fire starters.
Bill took my buried fire extinguisher out and to keep 420 followers safe in there grow environment. Off to buy a GFI for replacement getting shocked doesn’t feel very good.

 

[Doctor Trevor]

CO2 extinguishers need to be tested every five years. At the very least, you should weigh it every couple of months to make sure the gas isn't leaking out.

 

[West Hippie]

CO2 extinguishers need to be tested every five years. At the very least, you should weigh it every couple of months to make sure the gas isn't leaking out.

I just had it filled after Bill started this thread . I found a dumpster full and called a fire extinguisher company since then when there by the house stop and check it for me . I’ve got two in the house and this one by the door to the out building we’ll grow room . Plus they grow also which helps .

 

[Bill284]

Whoa I haven’t ever seen or heard of 12 receptacles on one circuit. Only 6 in Texas is legal . In my 12’x16’ out building I went 3 receptacles per 20 amp circuit but the lead receptacle is a ground fault interrupter and yes I buy the 20 amp matched to my #12 wire . Not so much about the receptacles it’s the GFI receptacle, with no return neutral the GFI would have tripped immediately before the breaker . They say don’t depend on them but I do , not only to save my life from being electrocuted .
I was testing my GFIs and the one feeding my hps clicked but didn’t trip , now it’s left up to the breaker and my light is still on . I use a simple GFI tester that I’ll put in a pic to . Just push the button and no trip , please change it out . Any hardware store has them but I buy all my electrical from Renolds or grainier . Also Bill’s misfortune and all electrical fires I’ve fought with the fire department can be avoided. Space heaters are the biggest fire starters.
Bill took my buried fire extinguisher out and to keep 420 followers safe in there grow environment. Off to buy a GFI for replacement getting shocked doesn’t feel very good.

Good morning West, love that big arse fire extinguisher.
Those little ones were useless.
Using #12 is a pain to use, but more capable.
Not a fan of 20 amp breakers personally but you know what your doing.
I run 15 amp to each light and separate 15 amp for fan's etc.
All on #14 BX, surface mounted.
No hidden wires or boxes.
Everything accessible and movable if needed.
And radiant floor heating under concrete and tile, safe as I can make it.
All drywalled, no exposed wood framing.
I'll put a metal ceiling in this summer with a fire suppression system of sorts.
Still to be determined.
Is that Styrofoam bead board behind the extinguisher?
Melts and drips flames, not good to have exposed.
I'm glad your upgrading and keeping safe my friend.
Don't want this happening to anyone else.
Talk soon.




#VIVOSUN #Love What You Grow
Bill284

 

[West Hippie]

Good morning West, love that big arse fire extinguisher.
Those little ones were useless.
Using #12 is a pain to use, but more capable.
Not a fan of 20 amp breakers personally but you know what your doing.
I run 15 amp to each light and separate 15 amp for fan's etc.
All on #14 BX, surface mounted.
No hidden wires or boxes.
Everything accessible and movable if needed.
And radiant floor heating under concrete and tile, safe as I can make it.
All drywalled, no exposed wood framing.
I'll put a metal ceiling in this summer with a fire suppression system of sorts.
Still to be determined.
Is that Styrofoam bead board behind the extinguisher?
Melts and drips flames, not good to have exposed.
I'm glad your upgrading and keeping safe my friend.
Don't want this happening to anyone else.
Talk soon.




#VIVOSUN #Love What You Grow
Bill284

No this never needs to happen again to anyone. Like you put out there safety first . I’m hoping to move on my next grow I put a 24’x24’ slab off in the woods but the lumber is outrageous. I want 12’ walls for all my growing needs . I’m in a flight line of an airport so outdoors growing is a no- no here . I can see my whole place on take off .
I started to change the door out , so I just stapled the foam in temporary and it’s been there for five years now . I need the new grow room badly, this was my tool shed for 15 years before this .
Be safe everyone and a great day.

 

[Doctor Trevor]

I installed my light under a wood floor. My first mistake.
I had white poly on the walls. Second mistake.
The light blew up caught the walls and wood on fire.
All the other electrical was fine.
They did an analysis of the whole situation.
The insurance company wouldn't let me see it though.
What they did say it started with the new LED.
The box was still outside the room , I had just hung it.
Official Wee Gro^w was the brand.
My first light sponsor, of all things.
They changed their name to avoid the lawsuits.
Just Wee Gro^w now, don't use them.
So if I had taken precautions I'd just have a burnt light.
Instead 6 days before it was sold the house caught fire.
I was on the street with a dog and 2 cats.
Couldn't get anything from the house.
It was a nightmare of my own creation.
So anything can go wrong.
All you can do is your best to reduce the risk.
And increase safety.

This is the worst haiku I have ever read.

 

[Bill284]

This is the worst haiku I have ever read.

Sorry but it's a true story.
Be safe at all costs my friend.




#VIVOSUN #Love What You Grow
Bill284