Results of recent researches of large pool fires are reviewed. Researches on combustion characteristics of large petroleum fires have been conducted by many research groups. To do large fire experiments costs very much and huge open space is taken, but it is important to conduct large scale experiments for obtaining information of large real tank fires. Therefore, in order to promote large pool...

INTRODUCTION While smoke alarm installation programs can help prevent residential fire injuries, the costs of running these programs are not well understood. METHOD We conducted a retrospective cost analysis of a smoke alarm installation program in 12 funded communities across four states. Costs included financial and economic resources needed for training, canvassing, installing, and followi...

Environmental effects and hazards in combustion ....................................................................................... 1 Fire safety. Protection and remediation .................................................................................................... 2 Fire safety education .................................................................................................

Consequent to a big arson fire in a karaoke establishment, a new Karaoke Establishments Bill is to be implemented for providing a safer indoor environment for karaoke activities. There, a long list of fire safety provisions is specified. There are concerns from the local industry as it has not been demonstrated that following the new requirements will ensure fire safety. Building refurbishment ...

Fire safety requirements on lift system used for evacuation in supertall buildings were discussed in this paper. Designs for fire and smoke protection for lift systems for evacuation were reviewed. Lifts are not yet designed to be used by most of the occupants in fire. Two major safety concerns were identified on the hazards due to smoke spread to the lift shafts and lobby; and the fire resisti...