Building Construction for the Fire ServiceNational Fire Protection Association, 1992 - 667 pages Protect against the life-threatening dangers of building collapse Extensively updated, revised, and expanded, this 3rd edition text shows you how to recognize the signs of building collapse before it happens--so you can get out while there's still time. You'll be informed about critical topics such as: The toxic combustion products of vermin- and moisture-resistant treated wood The outcome of multi-million-dollar lawsuits involving some fire-retardant treated plywood The total collapse hazard to post-tensioned concrete buildings under construction The dynamics of the stack effect... and more Photographs and illustrations help you visualize key concepts, so you can spot dangers on the job |
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Page 100
... exterior stud channels can often best be stopped by removing siding from the outside at the second floor line , and eave and foundation lines . The author was recently lecturing in Pennsylvania , where fire officers described a fire in ...
... exterior stud channels can often best be stopped by removing siding from the outside at the second floor line , and eave and foundation lines . The author was recently lecturing in Pennsylvania , where fire officers described a fire in ...
Page 505
... exterior panel walls joined to the floor ? What is their value as firestops ? Glass walls - Is vertical extension of fire probable ? Exterior architectural panels - Voids between panels and walls may negate firestops . Contents - High ...
... exterior panel walls joined to the floor ? What is their value as firestops ? Glass walls - Is vertical extension of fire probable ? Exterior architectural panels - Voids between panels and walls may negate firestops . Contents - High ...
Page 540
... exterior fire burning through the combustible exterior into the truss void . In Lake Benbrook , Texas , an exterior fire burned laterally into the void through the fascia board . The trusses were destroyed by fire pass- ing through or ...
... exterior fire burning through the combustible exterior into the truss void . In Lake Benbrook , Texas , an exterior fire burned laterally into the void through the fascia board . The trusses were destroyed by fire pass- ing through or ...
Contents
Initial Thoughts and Recommendations | 8 |
Definitions of Loads 16 Dead Load 16 Added Dead | 23 |
The Characteristics of Materials 32 Tactical | 39 |
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