Description
Book SynopsisWhile there are many resources available on fire protection and prevention in chemical petrochemical and petroleum plants--this is the first book that pulls them all together in one comprehensive resource. This book provides the tools to develop, implement, and integrate a fire protection program into a company or facility's Risk Management System.
Table of ContentsPreface xv
Acknowledgments xvii
Acronyms xix
Chapter 1 Introduction 2
Chapter 2 Management Overview 7
Chapter 3 Fire Protection Strategy 11
Chapter 4 Overview of Fire Prevention Elements 30
Chapter 5 Fire Hazard Analysis 54
Chapter 6 Fire Risk Assessment 99
Chapter 7 Fire Protection Fundamentals 122
Chapter 8 Specific Design Guidance 234
Chapter 9 Installation of Fire Protection Systems 327
Chapter 10 Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance 343
Chapter 11 Fire Emergency Response 360
A Case Histories 379
B Understanding Fires 393
C Computer Tools for Design 413
D Sample Fire Pre-Plan 423
References 427
Glossary 439
Index 447
