Fire and Life Safety Inspection Manual

Fire and Life Safety Inspection Manual

Author: Robert E. Solomon

Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 730

ISBN-13: 9780877654728

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Protect lives and property with state-of-the-art guidance on conducting safe, thorough, accurate inspections! Expanded with updated facts and new chapters! Completely revised and updated to reflect the latest procedures and code requirements, the Fire and Life Safety Inspection Manual is your step-by-step guide through the complete fire inspection process, with special emphasis on life safety considerations. Formerly the NFPA Inspection Manual, it covers the full range of hazards and gives you solid advice on identifying and correcting problems. Easy-to-follow checklists help you remember and record every important detail. Early chapters provide important background information, while the second half presents inspection guidelines for specific fire protection systems and occupancies that are based on the Life Safety Code(R). In addition to discussing fundamentals such as inspection procedures and report writing, this comprehensive manual now includes all-new chapters on Housekeeping and Building Procedures, Water Mist Systems, Day Care Occupancies, Ambulatory Health Care Facilities, and Semi-Conductor Manufacturing.With 150 illustrations, more sample forms, and a larger format, this acclaimed manual is more helpful than ever. Perfect for use in the field, the Manual features a new 8 1/2 x 11 size with full-page checklists at the back of the book linked to individual chapters. Detailed visuals throughout help you understand complicated concepts. Whether you're just starting your career as a fire inspector or ready to brush up on the basics, the Fire and Life Safety Inspection Manual has the reliable inspection advice you need.


Sprinklers and Smoke Management in Enclosures

Sprinklers and Smoke Management in Enclosures

Author: Dalia E.E. Khalil

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2020-05-14

Total Pages: 163

ISBN-13: 1000066371

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This book addresses smoke management in enclosures and provides a platform for understanding the principles of smoke propagation and spread, heat release rate, and the effect of sprinklers on suppression. Considering how sprinkler systems have become a vital part of firefighting systems in enclosures, the book evaluates the effect of sprinkler activation on the behavior of fire-induced smoke and the interaction of water particles with the smoke layer. It studies two base case models where the sprinklers’ effect on the fire curve was considered. This base case was assessed with two smoke extraction systems, namely, a ducted system and an impulse ventilation system. By focusing on key elements, such as visibility, ceiling height, and fire curve, the results of the study will be of interest to mechanical engineers, HVAC professionals, and fire safety professionals and investigators. Features Includes case models and scenarios to evaluate real examples from different applications Studies the effect of sprinkler activation on the behavior of fire-induced smoke Explores various factors, such as ceiling height, sprinkler operating pressure, and fire curve Discusses the interaction of water particles with the smoke layer Utilizes Pyrosim software for CFD modeling


Fire Inspector: Principles and Practice

Fire Inspector: Principles and Practice

Author: William Jenaway

Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Publishers

Published: 2011-08-12

Total Pages: 167

ISBN-13: 1449666523

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The Complete Fire Inspector I and II Training Solution! Fire inspectors need to know how to interpret and apply national and local codes and standards in the office and in the field. Fire Inspector: Principles and Practice is designed to prepare fire inspectors to ensure the highest standards of fire and life safety in their communities. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) are pleased to bring you Fire Inspector: Principles and Practice, a modern integrated teaching and learning system for the fire inspector. This textbook meets and exceeds the job performance requirements for level I and II fire inspectors from Chapters 4 and 5 of NFPA 1031, Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Inspector and Plan Examiner, 2009 Edition. Fire Inspector: Principles and Practice is built on a solid foundation of the basics: building construction, fire growth, and types of occupancies. This fundamental knowledge is presented in a concise, understandable writing style that is easy to digest and recall. The solid foundation of fire and building knowledge then branches out to show the fire inspector how abstract concepts and codes will be concretely applied on a daily basis. This is the text that truly prepares fire inspectors for the real world.


Fire Protection Engineering in Building Design

Fire Protection Engineering in Building Design

Author: Jane Lataille

Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 160

ISBN-13: 9780750674973

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Introducing the implementation and integration of fire protection engineering, this concise reference encompasses not only the basic information on the functions, design and implementation of systems, but also reveals how this area can be integrated withother engineering disciplines.


Characterization and Toxicity of Smoke

Characterization and Toxicity of Smoke

Author: Harry K. Hasegawa

Publisher: ASTM International

Published: 1990

Total Pages: 190

ISBN-13: 0803113862

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"Contains papers presented at a symposium held in Phoenix, Ariz. on Dec. 5, 1988 and sponsored by ASTM Committee E-5 on Fire Standards."-- Foreword. - "ASTM publication code number (PCN) 04-010820-31."--t.p. verso. - "ASTM Special Technical Publication 1081. - Includes bibliographical references and indexes. - Electronic reproduction; W. Conshohocken, Pa; ASTM International; 2011; Mode of access: World Wide Web; System requirements: Web browser; Access may be restricted to users at subscribing institutions.


Introduction to Hazard Control Management

Introduction to Hazard Control Management

Author: James T. Tweedy

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2013-09-25

Total Pages: 312

ISBN-13: 1466551585

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The International Board for the Certification of Safety Managers (IBFCSM) has designated this text as the Primary Study Reference for those preparing to sit for the Certified Hazard Control Manager (CHCM) and the Certified Hazard Control Manager-Security (CHCM-SEC) Examinations. Introduction to Hazard Control Management: A Vital Organizational Function explains how proven management and leadership principles can improve hazard control and safety management effectiveness in organizations of all types and sizes. This introductory text addresses hazard control and safety management as organizational functions, instead of just programs. It not only supplies a broad overview of essential concepts—including identifying, analyzing, and controlling hazards—but also promotes the importance of safe behaviors. Written by the Executive Director of IBFCSM, the book covers a broad array of hazards that can exist in most organizations. It focuses on the need to use good leadership, effective communication, and proven management techniques to prevent organizational losses. Addresses the inter-relationships of various organizational functions that support hazard control, accident prevention, and safety Includes an overview of emergency management, hazardous materials, and fire safety management Reviews occupational health, radiation safety, and emerging hazards such as nanotechnology and robotic safety Emphasizing the importance of effective communication skills in hazard control efforts, this book promotes an understanding of system safety methodologies and organizational culture to help you control hazards, prevent accidents, and reduce other losses in your organization. It expands on the foundational principles contained in the pamphlet: The Management Approach to Hazard Control. This book is an ideal reference for anyone wanting to learn more about managing hazards, encouraging safe behaviors, and leading hazard control efforts.


Guidelines for Process Safety in Batch Reaction Systems

Guidelines for Process Safety in Batch Reaction Systems

Author: CCPS (Center for Chemical Process Safety)

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2010-08-31

Total Pages: 196

ISBN-13: 0470935375

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Batch reaction systems pose unique challenges to process safety managers because they do not operate in a steady state. The sequence of processing steps, and frequent start-ups and shutdowns, increase the possibility of human errors and equipment failures. And, since batch plants are often designed for shared use, frequent modification of piping and layout may occur, resulting in complex "management of change" issues. This book identifies the singular concerns of batch reaction systems—including potential sources of unsafe conditions—and provides a "how-to" guide for the practicing engineer in dealing with them by applying appropriate practices to prevent accidents.


Simplified Design of HVAC Systems

Simplified Design of HVAC Systems

Author: William Bobenhausen

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 1994-04-14

Total Pages: 450

ISBN-13: 9780471532804

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A practical overview of what to consider when designing a building's heating, cooling, ventilating and humidifying systems along with their space, power, control and other requirements. Includes the latest concepts, applications, basic design problems and their solutions. Packed with examples to facilitate understanding.