Fire extinguishers:The active fire protection is a part of the fire protection which comprises with some systems that require some motion and response for working. This is contrary to passive fire protection. This fire can be controlled automatically or manually. Automatic controlling is fighting with the help of fire sprinkler system, gaseous clean agent or fire foam system. This can be seen widely in large commercial kitchens and other high risk places. Manually this can be done by using the fire extinguishers or standpipe system.
The sprinkler system has a sprinkler attached to the ceiling which is connected to a reliable water source or. The sprinkler head contains a glass covering where the water from flow through the sprinkler. If the fire breaks out, the glass breaks by the heat produced and the water sprinkles on the fire. In this type the water sprinkles only on the region where fire is ignited. This do not act as an effective fire extinguisher, but helps to reduce the spreading of fire for increasing the safety of life.
In some cases water will cause more harm in the place where hydro carbon are stored. So using the foam sprinklers is ideal. This is a combination of foam and water for suppressing the fire and put off the fire immediately..
The fire detection system operates first in this case and no failure will be obtained . The fire can be detected by locating the flame, smoke or heat. When detecting, an alarm is sounded to initiate the emergency evacuation and for informing the local fire department. The fire detection system should be programmed in order to carry out other actions such as demagnetizing the magnetic hold open devices in the fire doors and opening the servo activated vents in the staircase.
The active fire protection system should be installed and maintained in all building in order to maintain the compliance with the local building code and fire code. Active fire protection works along with the modern architectural designs and construction material and fire safety education to retard structural fire.
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