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The purpose of this web page is to present the results of fire experiments performed at BFRL in several different... see more
This is a simple and straightforward explantion of the electronics of an ionization type smoke detector
This podcast includes experts who discuss the importance of prevention, detection and suppression and some time-tested... see more
These are animations depicting the operation of major types of sprinkler system valves. These are large files (~ 12 meg)... see more
Every fire inspector knows that the clearance requirement between sprinkler deflectors and the top of storage is 18... see more
This is an outline for a course in Fire Protection Structures and Systems Design.
This is an outline for a course in Fire Protection Systems.
This report gives data with respect to operational smoke detectors and fatal fires. This is important reading for AHJs... see more
"In 1996, more than 3,000 people in the United States died due to fires in their homes. Residential fire sprinkler... see more
A one-page summary of the procedure for performing a main drain test. Part of the National Fire Academy's "Coffee Break... see more
The late Boston Celtics coach Red Auerbach once was quoted as saying, "It’s not what you tell them…it’s what they hear."... see more
A description of the process for codifying the requirements for residential fire sprinklers by National Fire Sprinkler... see more
John Frank addresses "basic fire protection features found in most buildings and how to incorporate them into your... see more
A brief Hisory of the invention of Fire Sprinklers complete with some drawings of early systems. The history also... see more
A case study (story) of an employee suffered electrical burns in a construction-related accident at a high school.
We all have heard the story of the boy who cried "wolf," in which a sheepherder continually calls for help for a... see more
From Fire Expo, a presentation available for download in the use of Class B foam
A British video showing the operation of fire sprinkers. Many myths are dispelled.
דף מידע וובו סרטון העוסק בשריפות יער: כיצד הן נוצרות, התנאים להתפשטותן והשיטות השונות למלחמה בשריפות כאלו כמו שריפוצ... see more