... Introduction Many safety professionals do not re-evaluate the fire sprinkler systems at their facilities on a frequent basis. If there is a major change in operations, the sprinkler systems may be evaluated to verify that they are adequate for the new occupancy. However, they are seldom...

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... What are Common and Special Hazards? In the insurance industry, industrial facilities are said to have common hazards and special hazards. Common hazards are those hazards that are found in many facilities regardless of the occupancy or the product being manufactured. Special hazards...

... distinct pathways the event can follow. Either you, as the business owner or occupant, have chosen the course of inaction and been relegated to be part of the problem for the duration of the event, or you have taken a pro-active course of action and chosen to become part of the solution. Your role has...

... the fundamental principles of life safety from fire. Identify key components to evaluate during an inspection. Differentiate between correct and incorrect status of inspection items. Our facilities should offer occupants a reasonable degree of safety from fire and other emergencies. While we work hard...

... Introduction Building owners, occupants and the fire service all play an important role in the outcome of any fire emergency. In this case one of the most tragic single event outcomes in history for firefighters was attributed to actions, inactions and conditions prior to and during the event...

...Session No. 541 COPE & the Rules of Engagement How Construction, Occupancy, Protection, Exposures and Firefighting Tactics Affect the Outcome of a Fire Emergency Frank J. Baker, CSP, CFPS, ALCM Field Services Manager, Employers Security Insurance Safety Committee, Pike Township (Marion County...

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