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ALL ABOUT FIRE SAFETY RULES IN ARCHITECTURE
Architectural information for beginner architects and students
FIRE SAFETY TERMS AND DEFINITIONS
Fire safety terms and definitions are crucial in understanding how to prevent and respond to fires. Some important terms include...
FIRE TOWER
In architecture, a firefighting shaft, also known as a fire safety or fire escape shaft, is a vertical enclosed space that is specifically...
TYPES OF CONSTRUCTION
The type of construction used for a building depends on various factors, including the building's height, occupancy, location, and use...
GENERAL EXIT REQUIREMENTS
General exit requirements refer to the criteria that must be met for someone to successfully leave a particular situation...
NUMBER OF EXITS CALCULATION IN BUILDING
The number of exits required in a building depends on various factors such as the occupancy type, the size of the building...
SMOKE MOVEMENT IN A BUILDING
Smoke movement in a building is a critical concern for fire safety. When a fire occurs, smoke is generated which can be deadly...
REVIEW OF SMOKE IN A BUILDING
If there is smoke in a building, it is important to take immediate action to ensure the safety of all occupants. The first step should...
GUIDELINES FOR SMOKE CONTROL OF EXITS
Smoke control of exits is an essential aspect of fire safety design in buildings. It is critical to ensure that smoke does not hinder...
MEANS OF EGRESS OR EXITS IN BUILDING
Means of egress or exits in a building refer to the safe and accessible routes that occupants can use to exit a building during...
MEANS OF ACCESS
Means of access refers to the methods or ways in which people can enter or reach a particular location or resource...
STAIRWELL PRESSURIZATION SYSTEM
A stairwell pressurization system is a mechanical ventilation system designed to prevent the ingress of smoke into a building's stairwells...
FIRE FIGHTING IN MULTISTORY DEVELOPMENTS
Firefighting in multistory developments can be a challenging task, as there are often multiple floors, a large number of occupants...
FIRE ZONES
In architecture, "FIRE ZONES" refer to the concept of dividing a building into compartments or areas, each of which has its...
