Fire Protection Systems - Couverture souple

Jones Jr., A. Maurice

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1401862624 ISBN 13 : 9781401862626

Editeur : Delmar Cengage Learning, 2008

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A practical understanding of fire protection systems is essential to effective management of a fire scene. Fire Protection Systems focuses on the operational characteristics and abilities of different types of systems and equipment that are used during fire department operations to access a water source, apply a suppression agent to control a particular type of fire, provide information concerning the location of a fire, and more. Systematic, easy-to-understand coverage thoroughly explores various types of active fire protection systems and components, how they operate, and the requirements for installation, making this a valuable learning tool for firefighters and a handy resource for design professionals.

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Pr�sentation de l'�diteur

In addition to architects, engineers, and design professionals, fire fighters also need to understand fire protection systems in order to manage the fire scene and minimize risks to life and property. Fire Protection Systems, Second Edition provides a comprehensive overview of the various types of fire protection systems, their operational abilities and characteristics, and their applications within various types of structures. The new Second Edition meets the latest course objectives from the Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education's (FESHE) Fire Protection Systems model curriculum and covers: * Water supply basics, including sources, distribution networks, piping, and hydrants. * Active fire protection systems and components, their operational characteristics, and installation, inspection, testing, and maintenance requirements. * Passive fire protection systems such as firewalls, fire separation assemblies, and fire dampers * Smoke control and management systems, gas-based suppression, access and egress control systems, and the code requirements for installation of these systems. Ensure that you are completely up-to-date on the latest fire protection systems and their operational characteristics and abilities with Fire Protection Systems, Second Edition.

Biographie de l'auteur

Maurice Jones is the Supervisory Fire Protection Engineer for the Alexandria, Virginia Fire and EMS Department's Code Enforcement Bureau, Fire Protection Systems Unit. He is responsible for all fire protection system related issues throughout the city and oversees all fire protection system plan review, installation, inspection and testing of new and existing fire protection systems.

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