Fire Protection Systems

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Fire Protection Systems

Author: A. Maurice Jones

Edition: 001

Product Type: Books

ISBN: 1401862624

Description:

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

Features:

explores fire alarm and detection systems, fire suppression systems, and control and management systems, including how they are used by fire departments during emergencies, to provide firefighters with a practical application of system concepts

extensive graphics and photos illustrate actual systems, systems components, and systems in use, to provide a visual application of the concepts

features fire protection systems from the perspectives of the contractor, insurance agent, and enforcement delegate to explain how the components and systems function and operate in the real world

Correlates to the National Fire Academy's FESHE course objectives for Fire Protection Systems

an accompanying e.resource CD provides instructors with the necessary tools for classroom training, including PowerPoint™, Testbank and a Correlation Grid to the NFA's FESHE course objectives for Fire Protection Systems

Table of Contents:

SECTION ONE – ESTABLISHING THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN FIRE BEHAVIOR, THE MODEL CODES, AND FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS Chapter One – The Basics of Fire Behavior Chapter Two - Fire Protection Systems and the Mode Code Process SECTION TWO - WATER-BASED FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS Chapter Three - Water Supplies for Fire Protection Systems Chapter Four - Standpipe Systems Chapter Five - Fire Sprinkler Systems Basics Chapter Six – Types of Fire Sprinkler Systems SECTION THREE - FIRE ALARM AND DETECTION SYSTEMS Chapter Seven – Fire Alarm System Components and Functions Chapter Eight - Types of Fire Systems SECTION FOUR – FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS Chapter Nine - Wet and Dry Chemical Extinguishing Systems Chapter Ten - Gaseous Extinguishing Systems Chapter Eleven - Portable Fire Extinguishers SECTION FIVE – CONTROL AND MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS Chapter Twelve - Smoke Management and Control Systems Chapter Thirteen – Egress Control

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