12 Days of Holiday Fire Safety

http://www.safeathome.ca/12days/tips/

DAY 1: Water fresh trees daily.It's time to trim that Christmas tree, and if you're using a real tree, buy a fresh tree and keep the base of the trunk in water at all times. Keep your tree away from any ignition source such as the fireplace, heaters or candles.

DAY 2:Check all sets of lights before decorating.Before you put those lights on the tree or around the front window check the cords closely. Discard any sets that are frayed or damaged.

DAY 3: Make sure you have working smoke alarms.Remember, they wear out, so replace them every 10 years. With family and friends spending extra time at your home over the holidays, you'll want everyone to be safe. It's the law to have one working smoke alarm on every storey of your home and outside all sleeping areas.

DAY 4: Make sure you have working carbon monoxide alarms. Remember, they wear out, so replace them every 7-10 years depending on the manufacturer. Carbon monoxide is an invisible, odourless gas that can quickly kill you. Installing CSA-approved carbon monoxide alarms in your home will warn you of the presence of this deadly gas.

DAY 5:Make sure everyone knows how to get out safely if a fire occurs.Develop and practise a home fire escape plan with all members of the household and make sure someone helps young children, older adults or anyone else that may need assistance to evacuate. Once outside, stay outside and call 911 from a cell phone or neighbours house.

DAY 6:Use extension cords wisely. People often use extension cords for that extra set of lights or the dancing Santa in the corner. Extension cords should be used only as a temporary connection. Make sure cords never go under rugs as this can cause damage to the cord and cause a fire.

DAY 7:Give space heaters space. If you are using space heaters to help take the chill off, remember to keep them at least one metre (3 feet) away from anything that can burn such as curtains, upholstery, or holiday decorations.

DAY 8: When you go out, blow out! Candles can set the perfect mood for a holiday celebration, but remember to always blow out candles before leaving the room or going to bed. Keep lit candles safely away from children and pets and anything that can burn, such as curtains, upholstery, or holiday decorations.

DAY 9:Keep matches and lighters out of the sight and reach of children.People often keep matches and lighters handy to light holiday candles. But matches and lighters can be deadly in the hands of children. If you smoke, have only one lighter or book of matches and keep them with you at all times.

DAY 10: Watch what you heat!The holiday season is one of the busiest times of the year, which means it's easy to get distracted from what we are doing. Cooking fires most commonly occur when cooking is left unattended. Always stay in the kitchen when cooking – especially if using oil or high temperatures. If a pot catches fire, carefully slide a tight-fitting lid over the pot to smother the flames and then turn off the heat.

DAY 11: Encourage smokers to smoke outside. Careless smoking is the leading cause of fatal fires. If you do allow smoking indoors use large, deep ashtrays that can't be knocked over and make sure cigarette butts are properly extinguished.

DAY 12: There's more to responsible drinking than taking a cab home. With all the festive cheer this time of year, keep a close eye on anyone attempting to cook or smoke while under the influence of alcohol. Alcohol is all too often a common factor in many fatal fires.

Fire Safety Signs and how to choose

http://www.safetysignsupplies.co.uk/blog/fire-safety-signs-and-how-to-choose~147.html#.UC4LKd3iZWU

Fire Safety Signs
Fire Safety Legislation for England and Wales changed in 2006, with the introduction of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. Similar legislation is in place for Scotland and Northern Ireland.

The Fire Safety Order does not specify what signs are required, but it does place a great number of responsibilities on the 'Responsible Person' for the building, be it a workplace or not. Apart from domestic premises, ships, aircraft, trains, offshore rigs and a few other exceptions, then it applies everywhere.

What the Fire Safety Order does specify is that the responsible person must make and give effect to such arrangements as are appropriate, for the effective planning, organisation, control, monitoring and review of the preventive and protective measures.

This is where we really discover the need for signs, whether they are for Fire Doors, Fire Alarms or Call Points.

There is no need for a small sign above 9Ltr Extinguisher stating 'Fire Extinguisher', because you have seen the appliance before you see the sign; however, if the extinguisher, hose reel etc is hidden in an alcove or cupboard, then a clear sign showing the location is definitely required.

Equally, signs proclaiming the location of Call Points help them stand out amongst other items, but they must be placed where they provide the greatest value, not immediately above the little red box. If your workplace uses different audible alarms or flashing beacons for different reasons, it's probably a good idea to place a sign next to the one which is the Fire Alarm, to prevent confusion.

The Fire Actions Sign, which tells you what to do and not do in the event of a fire, is not mandated in any legislation, but it comes back to that requirement to "make and give effect to such arrangements as are appropriate". Consequently, some might think they are not required. However, if you have a busy workplace, have visitors etc, then you have to inform them what to do in the event of fire alarm activation and a Fire Action Notice serves a very valid purpose. Even if you have given your staff the periodic fire training which they are supposed to receive under the requirements of the Fire Safety Order, Fire Action Signs serve as a suitable reminder around and about the workplace until their next training takes place. The larger the premises, the greater the value; only in a very simple premises, such as a single office with 5 people and one doorway, would they be unnecessary.

Blue information signs, such as 'Fire Door Keep Shut' or 'Fire Door Keep Clear' all serve the important purpose of protecting escape routes. They get the message across that the door serves a purpose, either protecting an escape route or providing an exit. So Fire Rated doors along escape routes should all be a good fit and carry a 'Fire Door Keep Shut' sign, while cupboards, switch rooms etc should all have 'Fire Door Keep Locked' sign if appropriate. It is sometimes necessary to keep locked any doors which could be mistaken for a way out during an emergency, such as stock rooms with dead ends.

The outside of Final Exit doors should always be identified with a 'Keep Clear' sign, to let people know it must not be obstructed at any time.

Bernard Carey MCGI, GradIOSH, DipNEBOSH, EnvDipNEBOSH served over 30 years as an engineer and health and safety officer in the Royal Air Force. Now specialising in providing cost effective health and safety support in the East Midlands for smaller organisations such as shops, pubs, offices, charities and family run companies, all the ones who can least afford to have an accident, to keep their staff safe. T: (01476) 500 130 E: contact@belvoirsafety.co.uk

China Fire Safety En : Terms of Reference for the Remuneration Committee (2012-3-28)

China Fire Safety Enterprise Group Limited
http://www.4-traders.com/CHINA-FIRE-SAFETY-EN-6165887/news/CHINA-FIRE-SAFETY-EN-Terms-of-Reference-for-the-Remuneration-Committee-2012-3-28-14242773/

(Incorporated in the Cayman Islands with limited liability)

(Stock code: 445) Terms of Reference for the Remuneration Committee
The terms of reference for the Remuneration Committee (the "Committee") of the board of directors (the "Board") of China Fire Safety Enterprise Group Limited (the "Company") are as follows:

1 Composition
1.1 The Committee shall comprise a minimum of three members, who shall be appointed by the Board from time to time. Majority of the members of the Committee must be independent non-executive directors.
1.2 The Committee must be chaired by an independent non-executive director.
1.3 The company secretary of the Company or a person designated by the Committee from time to time shall act as the secretary of the Committee.

2 Meetings and Quorum
2.1 The Committee shall meet at least once a year.
2.2 The quorum of a Committee meeting shall be two members.
2.3 Any member of the Committee may attend any meeting of the Committee by means of telephone conference, electronic or other communication equipment through which all persons participating in the meeting can communicate with each other simultaneously and instantly and, for the purpose of counting a quorum, such attendance shall constitute presence at a meeting as if those attending were present in person.
2.4 The proceedings of the meetings of the Committee are governed by the provisions contained in the Articles of Association of the Company for regulating the proceedings of the Board.

3 Authority
3.1 The Committee is authorized by the Board to conduct investigations within its terms of reference. It is authorized to obtain any information necessary from any employee of the

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Company and its subsidiaries (collectively referred to as the "Group").
3.2 The Committee should consult the chairman and / or chief executive of the Company about their remuneration proposals for other executive directors. The Committee should have access to independent professional advice if necessary and be provided with sufficient resources to perform its duties.

4 Duties
4.1 To make recommendations to the Board on the Company's policy and structure for all directors' and senior management remuneration and on the establishment of a formal and transparent procedure for developing remuneration policy.
4.2 To review and approve the management's remuneration proposals with reference to the
Board's corporate goals and objectives.
4.3 To make recommendations to the Board on the remuneration packages of individual executive directors and senior management. The remuneration packages include benefits in kind, pension rights and compensation payments, including any compensation payable for loss or termination of their office or appointment.
4.4 To make recommendations to the Board on the remuneration of non-executive directors.
4.5 To consider salaries paid by comparable companies, time commitment and responsibilities and employment conditions elsewhere in the Group.
4.6 To review and approve compensation payable to executive directors and senior management for any loss or termination of office or appointment to ensure that it is consistent with contractual terms and is otherwise fair and not excessive.
4.7 To review and approve compensation arrangements relating to dismissal or removal of directors for misconduct to ensure that they are consistent with contractual terms and are otherwise reasonable and appropriate.
4.8 To ensure that no director or any of his associates is involved in deciding his own remuneration.
4.9 To address and deal with other matters that may be delegated by the Board to the
Committee.

5 Reporting
5.1 The Committee shall report to the Board on a regular basis. At the next meeting of the
Board following the meeting of the Committee, the chairman of the Committee shall report to the Board its findings and recommendations.

This press release was issued by China Fire Safety Enterprise Group Ltd. and was initially posted at http://www.chinafire.com.cn/english/upload/EW-terms-of-reference_remuneration-committee.pdf . It was distributed, unedited and unaltered, by noodls on 2012-03-28 11:42:11 AM. The issuer is solely responsible for the accuracy of the information contained therein.

Lorient Australia Fire door upgrade seals available from Lorient Australia

Ref. : http://www.infolink.com.au/c/Lorient-Australia/Fire-door-upgrade-seals-available-from-Lorient-Australia-n909700

Available from Lorient Australia , FDBU60 fire door upgrade seals are used to upgrade existing fire doors where the bottom of the door has a gap that exceeds 10mm. This gap measurement is the maximum gap allowed on fire doors according to AS1905/1.

FDBU60 fire door seals are retrofitted to fire doors to help provide up to 2 hours fire resistance, and helps to reduce costs associated with fire door replacements or door build-ups. They can even be installed while the door is in place, meaning that it will not need to be removed from its hinges.

These fire door upgrade seals can be used in combination with Lorient Integrity 4000 Series Threshold Plates to address disability compliance issues as well as aesthetics.

FDBU60 fire door seals are supplied with pre-drilled slotted holes and screws to ensure they are easily fixed to the bottom of door leafs. They can be used to seal gaps up to 60mm on 35mm and 45mm proprietary doors.

Further information on the range of fire door upgrade seals is available from Lorient Australia.

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Brush fire near Red Butte Gardens begins weekend fire season

Ref. : http://www.deseretnews.com/article/705375658/Brush-fire-near-Red-Butte-Gardens-begins-weekend-fire-season.html

SALT LAKE CITY — The heat was on Sunday, as 100-degree temperatures registered the hottest day of the year and sent Utahns scrambling for cover.

On I-15 near Bangerter Highway, two southbound lanes were closed after high temperatures caused a concrete slab to buckle.

A brush fire in the mountains east of Red Butte Gardens at the University of Utah campus began Sunday at 2 p.m and spread over 20 acres. As of Sunday evening, officials said the fire was 40 percent contained. The cause of the fire is still under investigation but officials were not ruling out human involvement.

"This vegetation is dry, it's ready to burn and it's moving," Salt Lake Fire Cpt. Mark Bednarik said.

Bednarik said the fire was a "close call," with flames coming as close as 150 yards to structures. He could not speculate on when the fire would be contained, but said crews would be working through the night and were optimistic of having a perimeter around the fire Monday morning. The west side of the fire, which threatened Red Butte Gardens, the Chevron oil pipeline and the Natural History Museum, was completely contained while the east side continued to burn.

"The east side is still a big concern," Bednarik said.

Bednarik said that precautions were taken to ensure the well-being of the 120 firefighters working in the extreme heat. As of Sunday evening no injuries – of crew members or residents – were reported.

In the mountains east of Weber State University in Ogden, a fire was contained early Sunday morning after illegal fireworks triggered the burn around 11 p.m. Saturday, officials said. The people using the fireworks called the fire department and crews from five agencies struggled to reach the location due to the mountain terrain and lack of roads.

The fire burned nearly two acres before it was contained and did not reach any homes, officials said.

In the Daybreak Community of South Jordan, a garage was set on fire by fireworks around 10:20 p.m. Saturday. South Jordan Fire Battalion Chief Wayne Edginton said a homeowner was putting on a fireworks show outside his home in an open area when something went "awry" and fireworks were ignited inside the garage. A spectator standing approximately 180 feet away was struck by shrapnel and drove himself to the hospital after experiencing burns and lacerations, Edginton said. Two other individuals were treated on the scene for smoke inhalation.

Steve Rodgers was watching the fireworks from across Oquirrh Lake and said it looked like a professional show. When the fireworks stopped, the show didn't.

"There were fireworks going off inside the garage and flames rolling out through the garage door," Rodgers said.

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FREEDOR WINS MAJOR FIRE SAFETY AWARD

Ref. : http://www.specificationonline.co.uk/news-article/740

Freedor, the world's first wireless, electrically powered free-swing door closer, has won the best passive protection product award at the 2011 Fire Excellence Awards held to celebrate the best products, services and people in the fire safety community.

Accepting the award at the glittering event, hosted by international rugby star, Martin Bayfield, Fireco MD Neil Purssey said, 'Winning this prestigious award is a really fantastic achievement! The judges have recognised that Freedor is an exceptional product that combines innovation, functionality, good looks, and the potential for fast, low-cost installation that we believe will quickly make it one of the market leaders!'

Installed at the top of a fire door and allowing the door to swing freely, Freedor allows users to hold open fire doors at any angle, automatically closing them when the fire alarm sounds. Freedor is simple, neat and unobtrusive, and it's easy to install in new buildings and retrofit.

Features include: Adjustable closing speed; Operates up to power size 4 (80kg fire door); Allows the door to be set at any angle up to 90 degrees and operate normally until activated; Suitable for right and left hand swing doors; Can be installed on the opening or closing side of the door; Night-time release facility; Fail-to-safe technology, with a minimum battery life of 12-18 months; Adjustable sensitivity; Designed to comply with BS EN 1154, BS EN 1155, BS 7273-4 category C.

For more product information contact Fireco on 0845 241 7474

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HKFPA - Fire Protection Product Installer Basic Skill Course

Hong Kong Fire Protection Association have held the 1st "Fire Protection Product Installer Basic Skill Course" on CICTA Kowloon Bay on 30 May 2009

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Fire Protection and Safety Services

http://www.openpr.com/news/166095/Fire-Protection-and-Safety-Services.html

(openPR) - Brand Services, LLC which was established in 1994 which a certified Woman is owned small business enterprise have delivered code-complaint fire protection and safety services that protects building occupants and owner’s investment.

For more than 15 years, Brand Services is a specialty fire and smoke barrier and mechanical insulation contractor that provides services of inspection repair, Fire and Smoke door inspections, installation and inspection of fire and smoke dampers, installing and repairing of fire stops, fireproofing services, mechanical insulation services, installing fire protection systems in support of construction industry and much more.

We have a team of highly trained and dedicated facility service staff, good internal and external communications and a complete and cohesive system in place to meet our customer’s needs. Our certified technicians have wide training and experience necessary to inspect, assess, repair and maintain all of fire systems and equipment to provide services offered by us.

We serve our services in many areas including New England, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Washington D.C, Delaware, Virginia, Ohio, North Carolina and South Carolina and we have offices in Gales Ferry, CT, and Hunlock Creek, PA.

For more information or any queries you can write us at info@brand-svc.com or contact us at our toll-free number 877 536 6556 or at Business phone number 860 464 1991.

Brand Services, LLC offers all Fire Protection Services for all passive fire and safety needs which includes Fire and Smoke Damper inspection, fire door, fire stopping and facility maintenance services by its trained, certified and experienced technicians.

115 B Leonard Drive, Groton, CT 06340 USA

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Fire Log: Leaving The Damper Door Closed

ref : http://belmont.patch.com/articles/fire-log-leaving-the-damper-door-closed

Gas on School Street

Feb. 2 – At 1:03 a.m., Engine 1, Rescue 1, and other units were dispatched to a School Street two family to investigate a CO detector activation. Engine 1 reported CO readings of 40 parts per million (ppm) in the basement and low levels on the first floor. Rescue 1 reported readings of 8-15 ppm on the second floor. The commander at the scene requested the gas company to the scene. Both burner units were shut down and red tagged and companies ventilated. Engine 1 discovered that the vent ducts to each burner unit were partially blocked by snow. Gas company arrived on scene and readings returned to normal after several minutes of ventilation. Homeowner advised of the red tag process and to have his burner units checked by a qualified service technician. The homeowner was also advised to clear the snow from around his vent and basement door.

Boiler overflow

Feb. 2 – At 8:50 a.m., units were dispatched to an Upland Road where the tenant on the first floor left the water fill for the boiler open. There was an oil burner technician on scene when companies arrived.

Leaking icy water

Feb. 2 – At 12:32 p.m., firefighters were dispatched to a Betts Road dwelling where it was discovered that the resident had water leak through the ceiling of first floor rear addition due to ice build-up.

24 inches of snow on the carport

Feb. 2 – At 1:42 p.m., units were dispatched to another Betts Road house to investigate the structural integrity of a carport roof. The roof had approximately 24" of snow and ice on it but did not show any signs of structural damage. The homeowner was advised to have the snow and ice removed to prevent any damage.

Checking leak, finds burner on and unattended

Feb. 2 – At 6:20 p.m., fire equipment was dispatched to a Beech Street multifamily dwelling. The incident was determined to be a water problem. A pipe to a water filtration system under the sink of the third floor unit had broken. Entry into the house was gained to the third floor unit by forcing a window on the third floor porch, damaging the window lock and the window. The third floor tenant had also left a burner to the stove on, and this burner was shut off. Water had leaked through the third floor to the second floor, the first floor and the basement. All of the affected electrical fixtures were shut down. The wire inspector responded and notified people in all three units to contact an electrician. The water also ran through the fire alarm panel showing a ground fault. The fire alarm system was red tagged. A member of the condo association was notified to have the alarm company repair the system.

Still standing on Rutledge

Feb. 4 – At 6:42 p.m., firefighters were dispatched to a Rutledge Road house. A caller reported to dispatchers a possible structure collapse at this location with an occupant inside. Firefighters found the structure to be sound and the occupant OK.

Faulty burners

Feb. 4 – At 7:55 p.m., fire units were dispatched to a Leslie Road dwelling for a gas leak inside the house. On arrival, Engine 1 investigated and found levels of 10-40 ppm throughout dwelling. Gas systems were shut down and dwelling was ventilated. National Grid was notified and responded. The first floor heating unit was found to be the source of CO in the dwelling. The unit was red tagged and the gas supply shut off. The homeowner was told to notify a technician for service.

Dampers need to be opened

Feb. 4 – At 9:26 p.m., firefighters were dispatched to Fitzmaurice Circle for smoke inside the house. It was discovered that the source of the smoke came from a fire in the fireplace in which the damper door was closed, filling the dwelling with smoke and setting off the fire alarm system.

Ice backup

Feb. 5 – At 4:12 p.m., units were dispatched to a Davis Street multifamily for a reported water problem. On arrival, personnel investigated and found water seeping into the second floor ceiling due to snow and ice piled on a flat roof. No structural damage was noticed. The occupant stated the landlord was aware of situation and arranging to fix the problem. Occupant was advised to stay out of the room until the ceiling and water leak fixed.

Water in alarm

Feb. 5 – At 7:27 p.m., fire units were dispatched to a Greensbrook Way house for an activated alarm. The incident was determined to be an alarm system ‘s alarm going off due to a malfunction: water was dripping into a smoke detector due to an ice dam problem on the roof.

Inside ashes leads to outside fire

Feb. 5 – At 8:15 p.m., Engine 2 and other units from the Belmont Fire Department were dispatched to an Amherst Road house to investigate a reported outside fire. The homeowner on the scene reports taking ash from his fireplace after burning a fire and placing it outside and away from his home. Engine 2 extinguished any remaining fire and the incident was determined to be a special outside fire.

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FireProof Defintion

Columbia Encyclopedia:fireproofing

Fireproofing
method of making normally combustible materials as nearly noncombustible as possible. Fireproofing generally applies to textiles and construction materials that are treated with a solution or coating of some substance that will tend to retard their ignition.

Fireproofing of Textiles
Textiles for use indoors are soaked in fire-retardant solutions made up mostly of boric acid and borax. Textiles for outdoors are soaked with chlorinated paraffin, chlorinated synthetic resins, or chlorinated rubber. The standard for effectiveness of these treatments is the weight of chemicals remaining after the materials dry. Large areas of textiles are brushed or sprayed, but they gain little resistance against severe fire exposure; the treatment is mainly a guard against lit cigarettes and short exposure to flame.

Rain, washing, or dry cleaning tends to leach the chemicals from the fabric; therefore latex is often added to waterproof the material. At one time asbestos could be mixed with natural fibers to increase their fire resistance, but now only glass or ceramic fibers are permitted. The fire resistance of a textile is generally expressed in hours of endurance to a standard temperature furnace.

Fireproofing of Construction Materials
In construction, heavy wood timbers have a relatively high fire resistance, because fire tends to burn very slowly inward from the surface, leaving enough sound timber in the center to prevent collapse. Wood framing can also be impregnated with ammonium phosphate solution or covered with special mastics. Stucco or other incombustible facing also gives a wood frame some protection from fire.

To be classed as fire resistive, buildings must be made of reinforced concrete or protected steel that will stand considerable fire with minor damage; even a building made of unprotected steel may be damaged. While steel retains its strength up to a very high temperature, it fails rapidly at temperatures over 1,000°F (540°C). Structural steel may be protected in a number of ways. It can be faced with brick, concrete, or tile; however, construction with these materials usually adds too much weight to a building. A protective layer of concrete over all surfaces of a beam or over the steel bars in reinforced concrete has to be at least 2.5 in. (6.4 cm) thick to be effective; hollow clay tile used to cover beams and girders has to be at least 4 in. (10 cm) thick. Thus most buildings use lightweight fireproofing such as gypsum, perlite, and vermiculite mixed in plaster, concrete, and mineral fiber; one inch (2.5 cm) of such materials will absorb an equivalent amount of heat as 2.5 in. (6.4 cm) of concrete.

Some recent buildings circulate water inside each column, protecting the structure against meltdown. Asbestos is no longer used, because inhalation of the fibers causes abestosis, a fatal lung disease; fireproof board made from a mixture of asbestos and cement is used only rarely. Concrete is still used, but mostly as a thin slab on floors. In urban areas, buildings must also provide protection against fire in neighboring buildings through fireproof exterior walls-preferably windowless, since windows are fire openings. Standards for fireproofing are set by organizations such as the American Insurance Association and the International Conference of Building Officials

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Fire protection

Fire protection is the study and practice of mitigating the unwanted effects of fires. It involves the study of the behaviour, compartmentalisation, suppression and investigation of fire and its related emergencies, as well as the research and development, production, testing and application of mitigating systems. In structures, be they land-based, offshore or even ships, the owners and operators are responsible to maintain their facilities in accordance with a design-basis that is rooted in laws, including the local building code and fire code, which are enforced by the Authority Having Jurisdiction. Buildings must be constructed in accordance with the version of the building code that is in effect when an application for a building permit is made. Building inspectors check on compliance of a building under construction with the building code. Once construction is complete, a building must be maintained in accordance with the current fire code, which is enforced by the fire prevention officers of a local fire department. In the event of fire emergencies, Firefighters, fire investigators, and other fire prevention personnel called to mitigate, investigate and learn from the damage of a fire. Lessons learned from fires are applied to the authoring of both building codes and fire codes.

In the United States, this term is used by engineers and code officials when referring only to active and passive fire protection systems, and does usually not encompass fire detection systems such as fire alarms or smoke detection.

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Product Conformity Certification Scheme for Passive Fire Protection Products

Product certification

Product Conformity Certification Scheme for Passive Fire Protection Products (PCCS-PFPP:001)

The certification is made according to specific requirements and testing standards devised by Hong Kong Certification Services Limited (HKCSL) to monitor quality and implement production management system. The Hong Kong Certification Services Limited inspects factory every year and conducts sampling tests to check if the products conform to specific requirements and testing standards.

The certification is carried out to protect consumers from buying substandard products and ensure products on the market meet certain standards.

1. Hong Kong Accreditation Services (HKAS) publishes standards and requirements for certification

2. Sherex Fire-proof Material Factory presents company's information and data about the fire-rated door

3. • HKAS designates a qualified testing center to carry out fire-rated test to check if the product conforms to BS476 : Part 22 : 1987 (a testing standard).
   • HKCSL evaluates production and management system of the factory.

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China Fire Door - 防火門中國國家標準

由經濟部指定認可實驗室，依據中國國家標準CNS 11227/A3223防火門耐火試驗法測試合格，並取得經濟部標準檢驗局核發驗證登錄證書及授權標識者，稱之為防火門。依據美國NFPA及IBC規範所 定義之「防火門」為「能夠共同提供開口部一定程度之防火保護之任何防火門扇、門樘、五金及其他配件之組合。」

依據中國國家標準CNS 11227/A3223防火門加熱試驗結果，若防火門試體符合下列(一)至(五)項條件時即可視為符合Ａ種(具阻熱性)防火門規定，若僅符合下列(一)至(四)項條件時即可視為符合Ｂ種(不具阻熱性)防火門規定。

1. 未產生防火上認為有害之變形、破壞、脫落、剝離等變化者。
   
2. 未產生通達試體非加熱面之火焰及有害於防火之裂隙、孔穴。
   
3. 加熱試驗中試體周邊(門扇)任一部分，反曲或撓度未超過門扇厚度二分之一。
   
4. 加熱試驗中試體非加熱面未產生燃燒火焰。
   
5. 加熱試驗中試體最高非加熱面溫度未超過260℃。

綜 合言之，在一定時間內，包括門扇、門樘及五金配件等，能夠符合耐火穩固性、遮焰性及絕熱性之完整門組，亦即在火場內相對能夠維持形體穩固、不使火煙穿透及 阻隔熱源傳導等基本性能，才能將火災控制在防火區劃線內，不致延燒或引燃另一火場，具有此種基本性能的門才能稱為「防火門」，不論是何種材質，都必須通過 經濟部指定實驗室之檢測。

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Fire Prevention Tips

http://www.gov.hk/en/residents/housing/maintenance/fireprevention/tips/index.htm

Fire Prevention in the Home (PDF File)

Read this guide and learn how to have a fire-safe home.
http://www.hkfsd.gov.hk/home/eng/source/safety/home_fire_safety.pdf

What to Do in Case of Fire (PDF File)

Read this fire protection notice to learn how to protect yourself from smoke when a fire breaks out.
http://www.hkfsd.gov.hk/home/eng/source/safety/what_to_do.pdf

Fire Precautions (Video)

A series of fire precautions video introduces survival tips and ambulance services

Related Links

• Safe Use of Essential Oils
• Fire Prevention Campaign for Public Housing (Available in Chinese Only)

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Fire Regulations

^{From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fire_door}

All components are required to adhere to product certification requirements that are acceptable to the local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) by meeting the requirements of the local building code and fire code. The regulatory requirement will change from country to country.

For example in the United Kingdom a fire resisting doorset should be sujected to either a British Standard Fire Test BS 476 Part 22 1987, or a BS/EN 1634-1 2000 test. The results are recorded by the test house or Institute and given in a report which will also detail such things as constructional details, distortion data and pressure readings. These tests are applicable to the performance of the specimen tested. It is the Building Regulations approved Document B or British Standards such as the BS 5588 series which lays down the criteria for the fire performance such as 30 minutes FD30 or FD30(S) if cold smoke resistance is required.

Similar technical guidance documents and building regulations are in effect in other countries.

Combustibility

Fire doors are not necessarily all noncombustible. A fire door is but one of many passive fire protection components used to compartmentalise fire and thus keep it in the compartment of origin, so either it runs out of fuel or it is extinguished, or, at the very least, enough time has been bought to enable evacuation of the building.

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Fire Safety in Buildings

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Codes of Practice for Minimum Fire Service Installations and Equipment and Inspection, Testing and Maintenance of Installations and Equipment

You can download the Code of Practice for Minimum Fire Service Installations and Equipment, and the Code of Practice for Inspection, Testing and Maintenance of Installations and Equipment here.

Fire Safety in Composite Buildings / Domestic Buildings (PDF File)

Building owners/occupiers of composite buildings and domestic buildings built before 1987 are required to improve and/or upgrade the building fire service installations to the modern standards. Click here for more details.

Compliance with Fire Safety Requirements in Various Licensed / Registered Premises

Details about fire safety requirements, important advice, common irregularities and performance targets for food premises, places of public entertainment, school premises / child care centre and dangerous goods premises can be found in this webpage.

Loans for Fire Safety Improvement Works

The Building Safety Loan Scheme provides assistance for owners in improving fire or structural safety of their premises or buildings. You can click here for details.

Registered Fire Service Installation Contractors (PDF File)

You can check out this webpage for the classification of FSI contractors, registration procedures and the list of contractors, etc.

Guidelines on Placing Rubbish Bins in Common Areas of Buildings (PDF File)

These guidelines set out a common standard of placing rubbish bins in common areas and staircase of domestic or composite buildings to ensure fire safety and hygiene.

Fire Safety in the Home

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(1) Kitchens / Bathrooms

Stove

Stove should be kept clear of odds and ends such as waste papers and other combustibles.
Stove should be regularly cleaned to prevent grease accumulation.

Fuel

Store cooking fuel such as liquefied petroleum gas and kerosene (not more than one container at any time) well away from the stove and sources of heat.
Kerosene must be stored in metal containers and tightly closed.
Never fill a kerosene stove or heater when it is alight.

Cooking

Take extra care when cooking. Beware of burning and boiling over.
Do not leave your cooking unattended, especially for pans of fat or cooking oil.
Always switch off the stove before leaving the premises.

Gas appliances

Installation should be carried out by qualified technicians. Make sure that the area is well ventilated. In case of a gas leak:
Turn off the gas supply at the pressure regulator switch only. Do not touch or operate the ignition switch.
Open all windows and doors wide to disperse the gas.
Do not use the telephone or operate any electrical switches.
Do not use the telephone or operate any electrical switches.
If the gas leak is serious, or if you are unsure of the reason, leave the premises at once and dial 999 to seek help from the Fire Services Department. Notify your neighbours to evacuate, but do not press any doorbells.
If the gas leak stops after the gas supply is turned off, call your gas supplier for thorough checking.

Refrigerators

Unplug the refrigerator and get rid of the dust on the motor and compressor at regular intervals.
Older models which exhaust air from the rear should be spaced away from the wall to allow for dissipation of heat.

Kitchen Doors

Do not remove or replace kitchen doors which provide fire resistant qualities.

Bathrooms

Open the bathroom windows to facilitate ventilation if balanced flue gas water heater is in operation.

(2) Electrical Appliances and Electric Circuits

Air-conditioners

Before installing air-conditioners, examine the power consumption to avoid overloading.

Electrical Appliances

Avoid prolonged use of air-conditioners, electric fans and televisions, etc.
Allow sufficient space behind your TVs, Hi-Fi sets, refrigerators and microwave ovens and around the ventilation openings for heat dissipation.
Disconnect the electrical appliances from the power socket when not in use (except for refrigerators).

Heaters

Never place the heater too close to beds, curtains or settees.
Do not dry your clothes on top of the heater.
Place portable heaters securely so that they would not be knocked down easily.

Sockets

Always handle power points, switches and plugs with dry hands.
Never connect too many plugs to the same socket to avoid overloading.

Electric Wiring

Should not attempt to extend electric wires.
Avoid placing them in passage ways or under heavy furniture. Do not run them under rugs and carpets.

Make a habit of checking all the installations regularly, or having them checked at least once a year.
In case of short circuit, it should be checked by a qualified electrician without delay.

(3) Daily Life

Matches and Lighters

Keep matches and cigarette lighters out of the reach of children and warn children against playing with them.

Ashtrays

Cigarette ends and matches must be properly extinguished before disposal in the ashtrays.

Cigarette ends

Never smoke in bed as mattresses could be set on fire by a lighted cigarette.

Foam rubber or fabric-mounted furniture

Pay special attention to foam rubber or fabric-mounted sofas or chairs because they can be easily ignited by a lighted cigarette end, thus causing a fire and giving out toxic gases and smoke.

Ironing

The overheating of left-on-and-forgotten irons would often set scorched clothes on fire, especially if the ironing board is made of wood and covered with a cloth.

Burning joss sticks and joss papers

Joss sticks and papers should be burnt inside a metal container, clear of combustibles such as waste papers and carton boxes.
All ashes must be extinguished thoroughly before disposal.

Home Decoration

Use non-flammables or materials that are not combustible easily.
Avoid replacing fire resistant fixtures such as kitchen doors and main doors.
Do not change the usage of balcony.

Windows

Do not install fixed window grilles so that the windows can be opened easily for rescue in case of fire.

Check around before going to bed

Make sure that all gas appliances and kerosene stoves are switched off and cigarettes extinguished.
Make sure that all electrical appliances such as fans, televisions and portable heaters are either switched off or unplugged.

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Safety in Case of Fire

What to Do in Case of Fire

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If there is a fire in your flat
Keep calm and tell everyone in your flat to leave.
Close all doors after you left your flat to prevent the spread of fire.
Activate the firm alarm by breaking the Break Glass with hard object and yell "Fire".

Call the Fire Services Department by dialing "999" when you are safe.
Use the emergency exits in the opposite direction of the fire.
Use the stairway behind the smoke door to leave the building.

If you find smoke on your way down the stairs
Leave that stairway as soon as you can and use another stairway if it is clear of smoke.
If you can't use any stairway, return to your flat if you can, or bang on other flat doors until you find a place to take shelter.
Remember, wherever you are, if there is smoke, crawl close to the floor. The air is fresher near the floor.

If you remain in your unit
Keep smoke from entering your unit. Use duct tape to seal cracks around the door and place wet towels at the bottom. Seal vents or air ducts the same way.
Show your rescuers where you are by waving eye-catching clothes from the balcony or window.

The Three Don'ts

Do not use the lift.
Do not wedge open the smoke door on your way escaping from the building, otherwise the smoke will spread quickly.
Do not go back to your flat to collect valuables.

 

Familiarize with the escape route

Familiarize with the direction and routing of the means of escape to well-prepared for quick evacuation.
Participate in fire drills to help identify the escape route.

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