Answer to Question #44074 in Physical Chemistry for Zeph

Question

1. What is meant by the term compartmentation? Describe the various reasons that it may be incorporated into a building and the effects it will have on a fire in that building
2. List SIX materials which may be used for load bearing columns in buildings and summarize their fire related properties
3. Describe with reference to the relevant local or national standard the method of testing these structural elements
4. Door self-closing devices may be used for actuating the closure of fire resisting doors. Describe with the aid of sketches the various door closing mechanism and automatic hold open devices that can be used, indicating their advantages and disadvantages
5. Compare and contrast fire related aspects of building design materials and methods of construction that you may consider if asked to plan for.
a. School
b. High bay warehouse
6. Describe the fire problems associated with cavities and voids in building construction. What are the difference between a cavity barrier, a fire damper and fire stopping? Illustrate your answer with diagrams and indicate where these features should be positioned in a building.