Fire suppression systems for the waste management industry
Information File BIF 25
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Core Supplement
Series
Information File
Abstract
There has been a notable increase in fires in recycling centres, with UK fire legislation concentrating only on matters relating to life safety. These fires often result in resource problems in terms of firefighting need, water consumption and environmental damage. Explores fire safety management and guidance, options for fire fighting intervention and equipment and standardisation and certification.
History
1st Issue - October 2014.
Subjects
- Fire fighting equipment
- Special subject areas
- Fire control
- Building services
- Liquid/gas supply
- Water supply
- Electrical services
- Fire
Publisher History
Previously known as British Automatic Sprinkler Association, the British Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association is the UK's trade association for the fire sprinkler industry.
Information
NBS
NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.
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