Do you know smoke travels up to 130 metres every minute now think what could happen in case of fire in a high-rise building. Fires in high-rise buildings can generate large quantities of smoke that tend to spread vertically throughout the building, even if the fire is contained in one room.
This increase the need of passive fire protection solutions. Passive fire protection solutions such as firestops are crucial to prevent the passage of flames and noxious gases from one compartment floor or room to the next.
Let's know more about firestops.
Firestops are safer solution for fire. The principal function of these systems is to maintain continuity of fire resistance by sealing the gap between the compartment floors or walls and external curtain walls horizontally and vertically. These systems can offer fire-rating options ranging from 30 minutes to five hours and accommodate void widths up to 1200 mm. In addition to providing an effective seal against the passage of smoke and fire, the products can also function as an effective acoustic barrier and plenum lining.
One has to follow some key design consideration for firestops installation like- Products should be fitted tightly around all bracketry to restrict the passage of smoke, any products used to improve the acoustic performance must not contribute to the fire load or inhibit the performance of the perimeter barrier etc. Read more considerations.
Contractors installing life-saving measures such as perimeter barriers and firestops must have adequate training on the particular manufacturer’s products and be qualified to install them in the first place. When it comes to saving lives and protecting businesses and property, a well-designed and installed system can make a difference.
Read article for detailed knowledge on firestops and fire and life safety codes.
CO2 fire extinguisher discharges CO2 gas, also known as carbon dioxide.
This is stored in the extinguisher as a liquid, and the gas is created under pressure when the handle of the extinguisher is squeezed.This causes the CO2 gas to emerge at great speed, which is why CO2 fire extinguishers are not recommended for chip pan fires – they could literally blast the flames into surrounding areas.Unlike water and foam extinguishers, CO2 fire extinguishers do not work by cooling the fire and so are ineffective on fires involving flammable solids.Instead, CO2 extinguisher work by replacing the oxygen surrounding the flames with carbon dioxide, meaning the fire can no longer burn.
Precaution: Fire extinguisher refilling and maintenance is necessary once in a year.
