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Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
Anchor stores = Large stores with independent exits attached to a mall Atria = Open spaces connecting multiple floors Calcination = Deterioration of a product by heating Cold smoke = Smoke that falls downward
Match the following fire safety terms with their descriptions:
Match the following fire safety terms with their descriptions:
Early suppression/fast response (ESFR) = Fast-response sprinkler for high-challenge fire hazards In-rack sprinklers = Sprinklers placed within racks for fire control Exit passageway = Hallways used as exit components Inversion layer = Layer of warmer air above cooler air
Match the following safety plans with their requirements:
Match the following safety plans with their requirements:
Hazardous materials inventory statement (HMIS) = Lists materials and hazards within a building Hazardous materials management plan (HMMP) = Explains safe storage and use of hazardous materials Idle pallet storage = Pallets without product Brick nogging = Brick filling used as a fire barrier
Match the following mall structures with their characteristics:
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Match the following fire control measures with their applications:
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Match the following phrases related to building safety:
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Match the terms related to hazardous materials with their descriptions:
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Match the following storage methods with their characteristics:
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Study Notes
Building and Fire Safety Terms
- Anchor Stores: Large department stores with independent exits from the mall, enhancing safety and accessibility.
- Atria: Spacious areas connecting multiple floors, often seen in modern architectural designs.
- Brick Nogging: Brick and mortar used between building studs to create fire barriers, enhancing structural fire safety.
- Calcination: A process of deteriorating materials through high-temperature heating, typically affecting the quality and integrity of products.
- Cold Smoke: Smoke that accumulates and descends, presenting unique hazards during fire events.
- Control Area: Designated spaces within a building that safely house hazardous materials under controlled regulations.
- Covered Mall: A single building housing various tenants with shared internal access points, fostering a community atmosphere for shopping and dining.
- Early Suppression/Fast Response (ESFR): Advanced sprinkler system designed for rapid action against high-challenge fire hazards.
- Exit Passageway: Safe exit routes (hallways, corridors) designed according to NFPA 101: Life Safety Code for safe evacuation during emergencies.
- Friable: Materials that readily crumble or disintegrate, significantly affecting safety standards in building contexts.
Hazardous Material Management
- Hazardous Materials Inventory Statement (HMIS): A mandated document outlining types and quantities of hazardous materials present in a facility.
- Hazardous Materials Management Plan (HMMP): A regulatory requirement that details the safe storage and handling procedures for hazardous materials.
Storage and Fire Safety Systems
- Idle Pallet Storage: Areas designated for storage of empty pallets, maintaining organization in storage facilities.
- In-Rack Sprinklers: Sprinklers situated within storage racks to combat fires effectively where overhead systems are inadequate.
- Inversion Layer: Meteorological condition where warm air overlays cooler air, affecting fire dynamics and smoke movement.
- Landing Zone: Specific area adjacent to an elevator landing, ensuring safe access and egress.
- Lapse: Atmosphere condition characterized by decreasing temperature with increased altitude.
Occupancy and Space Design
- Nonambulatory People: Individuals who cannot evacuate independently, necessitating added safety measures.
- Occupancy: Refers to the designated use of a building per building codes, guiding fire and safety regulations.
- Open Office Plan: Workspace design featuring low partitions for a collaborative environment, promoting communication.
- Passive Fire Protection: Protective materials applied to structures to mitigate thermal effects from fires.
Specialized Structures and Features
- Pause: An air layer warmer than the surrounding environment, impacting fire behavior.
- Platform: Elevated stage area designed for various events, equipped with necessary technical features.
- Projected Beam Detectors: Devices in smoke control systems utilizing beams of light to detect smoke across extensive areas.
- Proscenium Arch and Wall: Architectural elements framing the stage in theaters, separating performers from the audience.
- Pyrophoric Gas: Extremely reactive gas that ignites spontaneously in the presence of air, posing significant safety risks.
Emergency Procedures
- RACE Method: A safety protocol for emergencies—Remove people, Activate alarms, Close doors to contain fire, Extinguish if possible.
Storage Structures
- Racks: Frameworks used to support stacked materials for organized storage, improving efficiency.
- Shelves: Shallow storage units for items, typically under 2.5 ft deep and arranged vertically to optimize space.
- Ship’s Ladders: Steep, vertical stairs enabling access in compact areas, designed for safety and space efficiency.
Fire and Air Movement
- Smoke Barrier: Physical barrier designed to restrict smoke movement, essential in fire safety design.
- Solid Piles: Stacking method involving boxes or pallets to maximize storage capacity.
- Stack Effect: Airflow phenomenon caused by temperature differences influencing ventilation in buildings.
Performance Spaces
- Stage: The designated area in theaters where performances occur, equipped for full productions with various support features.
- Transoms: Ventilation windows above doors in older buildings, facilitating airflow prior to air conditioning developments.
- Tuned-Mass Dampers: Devices used to counteract structural oscillations due to wind, improving building stability.
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