Document ID (ISN) | 54690 |
CIS number |
90-1665 |
ISSN - Serial title |
0746-9586 - Fire Command |
Year |
1988 |
Convention or series no. |
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Author(s) |
Christ R.J. |
Title |
Computers and fire: A hazardous combination |
Bibliographic information |
Sep. 1988, Vol.55, No.9, p.14-19. Illus. |
Abstract |
This paper looks at the special hazards associated with fire fighting in installations involving electronic data processing equipment and how to deal with them. Such hazards include the presence of high voltage cables which are often concealed under raised floors or above dropped ceilings. Many computers are fitted with battery devices which provide temporary power when the regular power fails. Thus even after disconnecting the main supply, high voltages may still be present in some equipment. A further hazard may be caused by automatic fire protection systems such as water sprinklers or chemical systems. Fire fighters are advised to wear breathing apparatus when entering rooms where halon systems have been installed. In view of the importance of computer equipment to a company's business, damage to all equipment should be kept to a minimum. Other hazards include the presence of large amounts of combustible material, elaborate security systems which may delay access, and the presence of large air conditioning systems. |
Descriptors (primary) |
fire fighting; computers; fire hazards |
Descriptors (secondary) |
cables; automatic fire protection; damage control; electronic equipment |
Document type |
D - Periodical articles |
Country / State or Province | USA |
Subject(s) |
Fire and explosions
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Broad subject area(s) |
Fires, explosions and major hazards
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Browse category(ies) |
Office work Fires
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