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fire safety and seCurity
ese include fire alarm systems, fixed fire extinguishing systems, and
fire sprinkler systems.
Fire Alarm Systems
Fire alarm systems use detectors to sense the presence of excessive
heat, infrared heat, rapid rate of temperature rise, or smoke. When
fire or fire products are detected, audible or visual alarm is made to
notify occupants of a fire event. Most systems are connected to moni-
toring services that notify public fire departments to respond.
Fire drills, practice evacuations, are required in most occupancies
by fire codes. Drills are intended to assure occupants recognize alarms
meaning that an emergency exists and provide an opportunity to
practice evacuation. Occupants must never act as though the alarm is
false or ...