Fire precautions Flashcards
1
Q
Purpose of fire legislation
A
Protect people from the effects of fire within and around the building
Preserve the structure
2
Q
Features to be considered
A
Means of escape Fire alarm and fire detection Behavourial response to occupants Preventative measures Spread of smoke FIre development Structural response to fire Fire separation
3
Q
Main piece of fire regulation
A
Regyulatory Reform Order 2006
4
Q
Two main consdiertions of fires
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Time to penetrate
Time to spread
5
Q
Factors effecting means of escape
A
Nature of occupancy
Type of building
Degree of risk
6
Q
Wet systems and dry systems
A
Wet system= sprinkler
Dry system= pipework filled with compressed air
7
Q
Wet risers and dry riser
A
Dry risers do not retain water permanently
Wet risers for high rise buildings over 50m high
