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Single- and Multi-Station Low-Frequency Audible Signaling
Dec 27, 2023
Carson Cook discusses the challenge posed by the 2021 IBC requirement for audible alarms activated by single- and multiple-station smoke alarms and how to meet the requirement for non-transient occupancies.
Fire Safety Design in Semiconductor Manufacturing Cleanrooms
Dec 11, 2023
Paolo Bigatti, Fire Protection Engineer, delves into the challenges associated with integrating fire protection systems within semiconductor facilities, particularly within the controlled environments of manufacturing cleanrooms.
Mitigating Lithium-Ion Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) Hazards
Dec 8, 2023
Battery energy storage systems (BESS) use an arrangement of batteries and other electrical equipment to store electrical energy.
Elevating Nuclear Safety Through Probabilistic Safety Assessments
Nov 30, 2023
The quest for sustainable, clean energy sources is a global imperative. In this endeavor, nuclear power remains a powerful and reliable contributor. Probabilistic Safety Assessments ensure the safe operation of nuclear power plants.
Lithium-Ion Batteries in Transportation
Nov 14, 2023
Batteries are used in energy storage systems as well as vehicles in warehouses and transit centers and on cargo ships. The risks and hazards vary.
Conducting Scene Risk Assessments for Structural Fires Investigations
Nov 13, 2023
When undertaking a scene risk assessment, investigators bear in mind three key elements: hazards, risks, and control measures.
Balancing Safety, Conservation, and Practicality in Historic Building Refurbishment
Oct 19, 2023
When working on refurbishment projects, fire safety experts need solid knowledge of both practice and theory to apply solutions.
Misdeclaration of Charcoal Cargoes + Fire Risks on Shipping Vessels
Oct 10, 2023
Many fires reported on shipping vessels have been attributed to misdeclared dangerous goods, such as chemicals, batteries and charcoal. Jensen Hughes has recently investigated a number of fires at sea involving charcoal cargoes.
Exploring and Optimizing Innovative Construction Solutions with Holistic Structural Fire Engineering
Oct 9, 2023
The holistic approach to structural fire design helps to address the important fire safety challenges related to new building products and designs.
Take Your Emergency Management Program to the Next Level with Consequence Management
Sep 29, 2023
Learn how to increase the efficiency and sustainability of your program so you can be better prepared for your next emergency event
The Human Impact in Emergency Incident Response: Part Three – Five Tips on Transitioning Emergency Responders Back to Regular Work
Sep 12, 2023
Transitioning from a period of long hours, intense engagement and sometimes traumatic experience can be difficult for workers.
The Human Impact in Emergency Incident Response: Part Two – Ten Tips on Taking Care of Emergency Response Team Members
Aug 14, 2023
Providing support to response teams ultimately helps reduce stress, maintain decision-making ability and prevent burnout.