Active protection systems fire extinguishers

Since control rooms are normally constantly manned, it is considered unlikely that a fire could progress undetected to a hazardous size. Fixed fire protection systems, whether manually or automatically activated, are seldom installed in control rooms of processing facilities, mainly due to the fact that they are normally constantly manned. As such, it is considered unlikely that any fire that does occur would progress undetected to a size that cannot be extinguished by manual intervention (fire extinguishers, hose reel, etc.). 

A sprinkler system could have helped put out the fire at the initial stages, or at least cool down the warehouse stmctures. A heat- or smoke-activated chemical foam and fire alarm system could also have been installed in storage places. Materials for cleanup, self-contained breathing apparatus, protective clothing, and portable fire extinguishers should be available on-site. 

Active fire protection systems may detect or extinguish a fire, with a water sprinkier or inert gas flooding instaiiation performing both functions. An automatic fire detection... 

As is the case with all fire protection systems portable fire fighting equipment must be the subject of active monitoring. Persons responsible for fire safety at work will need to ensure that extinguishers are provided, sited, inspected and tested in line with the manufacturers recommendations this must include an annual test and inspection by a competent person. In addition, extinguishers should be periodically inspected to ensure they are in place, are full and in good condition and have indeed been tested by a competent person within the relevant period. 

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