Introductory technical guidance for mechanical, electrical and civil engineers and construction managers interested in fire protection engineering for hospitals and medical clinics. Here is what is discussed: 1. BUILDING FEATURES 2. SPECIAL PROTECTION 3. OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION 4. WATER SUPPLY FOR FIRE PROTECTION 5. FIRE EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS 6. FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS.
Introductory technical guidance for construction managers interested in construction of fire protection systems for buildings and other infrastructure. Here is what is discussed: 1. INTRODUCTION, 2. FUNDAMENTAL ELEMENTS OF FIRE PROTECTION ENGINEERING, 3. BUILDING MATERIALS AND DESIGN, 4. WATER SUPPLY FOR FIRE PROTECTION, 5. FIRE EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS, 6. FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS, 7. SPECIAL OCCUPANCIES AND HAZARDS, 8. OCCUPANCY HAZARD CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM, 9. CODES AND OTHER PROFESSIONAL RESOURCES.
The sixth edition of Introduction to Fire Protection and Emergency Services meets and exceeds the National Fire Academy’s Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) course objectives and outcomes for the Associate’s (Core) course called Principles of Emergency Services (C0273). The Sixth Edition delivers future fire service candidates a head start in the competitive selection process by familiarizing students with the selection and training process. In addition, the Sixth Edition provides a comprehensive and concise overview of the broad spectrum of the fire service, from the primary duties of the modern fire department, to emergency incident management, to fire prevention, to department administration.The Sixth Edition reinforces foundational knowledge, including the history and future of the fire service; the chemistry and physics of fire; issues facing the fire and rescue service in the United States; and careers in the fire and emergency services. The entire range of services of the modern fire service is explored, including emergency medical services, hazardous materials response, wildland fires, swiftwater rescue, and urban search and rescue.The Sixth Edition includes:An emphasis on safety and professionalism, which is reinforced through discussions of incident effectiveness, fire fighter ethics, customer service, physical fitness, training, decision making, fire prevention, and behavioral health Organizations that support the fire service are highlighted, including:Firefighter Behavioral Health Alliance.Firefighter Cancer Support Network.Leary Firefighter FoundationDiscussions on Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Repeated Exposure to Trauma (RET) and their effects on fire fightersAn expanded discussion of the possible future effects of climate change and the effect on the fire and rescue service
Introductory technical guidance for professional engineers and construction managers interested in fire protection engineering for buildings and other infrastructure. Here is what is discussed: 1. FIRE PROTECTION ENGINEERING 2. INSPECTION, TESTING AND MAINTENANCE 3. FIRE PROTECTION FOR MEDICAL FACILITIES 4. FIRE STATIONS 5. FIRE EXTINGUISHING AND ALARM SYSTEMS.
Designed for use within courses based on the Fire and Emergency Services in Higher Education (FESHE) Principles of Emergency Services model curriculum, this new Fifth Edition will prepare readers for a career in the fire or emergency services. Introduction to Fire Protection and Emergency Services provides an overview of the fire service, from history and culture to the basics of chemistry and physics, fire protection systems, and strategic and tactical considerations for wildland or structural fires. The Fifth Edition has also been updated to include new or expanded coverage of risk management, Next Generation (NG) 9-1-1, the U.S. Fire Problem from local and federal perspectives, wildfire issues and the impacts of global warming, and much more.
Introductory technical guidance for professional engineers and construction managers interested in plumbing and gas systems for hospitals and medical clinics. Here is what is discussed: 1. GENERAL, 1.1 PLUMBING SYSTEMS, 1.2 WATERBORNE PATHOGEN PREVENTION/CONTROL, 1.3 GENERAL DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS, 2. POTABLE WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM, 2.1 QUALITY, 2.2 CONTINUITY OF SERVICE, 2.3 BACKFLOW PREVENTION, 2.4 DOMESTIC HOT WATER SYSTEMS, 2.5 PLUMBING FIXTURES AND OTHER EQUIPMENT, 2.6 SANITARY DRAINAGE SYSTEM, 2.7 STORM WATER DISPOSAL, 2.8 FUEL GAS SERVICE, 2.9 MEDICAL GAS SYSTEMS, 2.9.1 SYSTEMS FOR MEDICAL CLINICS, 2.9.2 DENTAL CLINICS, 2.9.3 SYSTEM CONTROL VALVES, 2.9.4 ALARM SYSTEMS, 2.9.5 GAS SYSTEM SOURCES (STORAGE), 2.9.6 POINT-OF-USE SOURCES, 2.9.7 ALTERNATIVE COMPRESSED AIR SOURCES, 2.9.8 COLOR CODING AND LABELING, 2.9.9 MEDICAL GAS SYSTEMS OUTLETS, 2.9.10 EMERGENCY POWER SOURCE, 2.9.11 MEDICAL COMPRESSED AIR (MCA), 2.9.12 DENTAL COMPRESSED AIR (DCA), 2.9.13 LABORATORY AIR (LA), 2.9.14 INSTRUMENT AIR (IA), 2.9.15 SURGICAL HANDPIECE DRIVE AIR (SHDA), 2.9.16 MEDICAL-SURGICAL VACUUM SYSTEM (MV), 2.9.17 DENTAL HIGH VACUUM (DHV), 2.9.18 DENTAL LOW VACUUM (DLV), 2.9.19 CENTRAL DENTAL HIGH-VOLUME LABORATORY DUST EVACUATION (LDE), 2.9.20 WASTE ANESTHESIA GAS DISPOSAL (WAGD), 2.9.21 OXYGEN (OX), 2.9.22 NITROUS OXIDE (NO), 2.9.23 NITROGEN (NI), 2.9.24 STERILIZATION GAS, 2.9.25 PROCESS GAS.
Introductory technical guidance for mechanical, electrical and architectural engineers and construction managers interested in fire protection design and construction for hospitals. Here is what is discussed: 1. WATER SUPPLY FOR FIRE PROTECTION 2. FIRE EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS 3. FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS 4. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS 5. COMMUNICATIONS BETWEEN BUILDINGS.
Introductory technical guidance for mechanical engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in design of air conditioning systems for hospitals and medical clinics. Here is what is discussed: 1. GENERAL, 2. DESIGN CONDITIONS, 3. REFRIGERANTS, 4. LIFE-CYCLE-COST/ENERGY ANALYSIS, 5. APPROPRIATE SPACES FOR AIR CONDITIONING, 6. MECHANICAL, EQUIPMENT SPACE, 7. HVAC SYSTEM DESIGN FOR FUNCTIONAL AREAS, 8. GENERAL DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS, 9. HVAC SYSTEM CONTROLS, 10. STEAM SYSTEMS, 11. AIR HANDLING AND DISTRIBUTION, 12. MAINTENANCE PROVISIONS, 13. VIBRATION CONTROL, 14. INTERDISCIPLINARY COORDINATION, 15. FUEL STORAGE REQUIREMENTS, 16. VENTILATION DESIGN, 17. PATIENT ISOLATION ROOM DESIGN, 18. REFERENCES.
Introductory technical guidance for professional engineers, architects and construction managers interested in design and construction of hospitals and medical and dental clinics. Here is what is discussed: 1. ARCHITECTURAL 2. HVAC SYSTEMS 3. PLUMBING AND GAS 4. ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS 5. FIRE PROTECTION 6. COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS 7. TRANSPORTATION, LOGISTICS AND WAYFINDING 8. INTERSTITIAL BUILDING SYSTEMS 9. TELECOMMUNICATION AND CABLING SYSTEMS 10. UNIVERSAL X-RAY ROOM 11. SEISMIC.
