Answer to Question #43754 in Engineering for Zeph

Question

1. Stairsways that are provided for means of escape are usually enclosed within fire resisting construction. There may be occasions when additional protection is also required for stairways
i) what additional protective measures are available and give five examples of when such additional protection would be required
2. with particular emphasis on premises which provide sleeping accomadition
i) when escape can be made in one direction only, describe the various solutions that may be adopted and explain the reasoning behind them
ii) ideally stairway enclosures should lead directly to a final exit. Describe the arrangements that are recommended if stairways do not lead directly to final exits