This text for students in fire inspection features step-by-step explanations and practical examples of the use of model building and fire prevention codes, along with detailed information on the legal, economic, and political aspects of the fire inspection process. Coverage progresses from code administration through inspection and enforcement. This second edition contains a new section on flow testing of water supplies, plus material on the latest code requirements for hazardous materials. Annotation (c) Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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Learn how to conduct fire inspections! This edition of Fire Prevention: Inspection and Code Enforcement features step-by-step explanations and practical examples of the use of model building and fire prevention codes, including detailed information on the legal, economic, and political aspects of the fire inspection process. A comprehensive guide to the "nuts and bolts" of actually inspecting and enforcing code, topics addressed include: right of entry, enforcement authority, the permit system, building limits and types of construction, and fire protection systems and their maintenance. Thoroughly updated, this edition now features an all-new section on flow testing of water supplies plus hard-to-find coverage of the latest code requirements for hazardous materials. Its convenient, 3-part format enables readers to progress logically from the study of code administration, inspection, and enforcement procedures, to a review of model building code fundamentals, through the actual "ins" and "outs" of the inspection process. Ideal for use as a key component of any professional fire-inspector training program, this book also serves as an excellent reference for building and property maintenance inspectors whose responsibilities often include fire protection issues.
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