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What's In Your Buildings?
A Designer's Guide to Firefighting
This presentation is a comprehensive look at the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems commonly found in commercial buildings and their basic operation. The discussions will revolve around topics firefighters should understand from an engineering perspective. Pre-planning is critical to gathering information about the MEP systems present in buildings. Firefighters need to know what to look for, how these systems work, and why they have been provided.
Mechanical Systems
- Air Flow
- Post Incident Ventilation
- Roof Top Equipment
- Detectors
Electrical Systems
- Power Distribution
- Equipment Isolation
- Arc Flash
Plumbing Systems
- Controlling Water Runoff
- Natural Gas Systems
- Inert Gases
Green Construction
- Green Elements
- Green Roofs
- Solar Energy
- Energy Storage Systems
Utilizing the TIC
- Identifying hazards and problems with building systems
Objectives
At the conclusion, firefighters will have a basic understanding of what to look for before, and during, an incident. They will learn ideas on how to gather information and develop relationships to improve their strategies and operations. From pre-plan to response, they will have an “awareness level” of how these systems can impact fireground tactics and safety.