Evacuation in case of a fire
The evacuation of the building’s occupants has to be performed before the flashover, allowing a safety margin to ensure their protection. In the image, the period during which the evacuation should take place is shown.
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Larger buildings are frequently divided into so-called fire compartments, which are separated by fire-resistant walls and ceilings. In the event of a fire, these elements offer complete fire and smoke resistance based on the prescribed fire resistance.
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When it comes to the ability of any insulation material to withstand fire, two key factors are the material’s reaction to fire performance and its fire resistance. For safety reasons, it is crucial to understand the difference between them.
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