Fire Protection Systems, 3rd Edition Includes Navigate 2 Advantage Access

The third edition of Fire Protection Systems meets and exceeds the National Fire Academy's Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) course objectives and outcomes for the Associate's (Core) course Fire Protection Systems (C0288).

The Third Edition provides a comprehensive and concise overview of the design and operation of various types of fire protection systems, including fire alarm and detection systems, automatic fire sprinkler systems, special hazard fire protection systems, smoke control and management systems, and security and emergency response systems.

The Third Edition includes:

• An emphasis on testing and inspection-Testing and inspection are stressed throughout and are reinforced through discussions of design and installation standards, testing and inspection processes and requirements, and common system impairments.
• Updated model code overview-An overview of the model code development process is presented to assist students in understanding the origin and ongoing significance of building, fire, and life safety issues and their requirements.
• Case Studies-Each chapter begins with a case study that highlights actual events and lessons learned to emphasize the importance of designing, installing, inspecting, and maintaining fire protection systems to effectively fight fires. Additional case studies close each chapter and provide students a means to test their knowledge of the chapter concepts in the context of a fictional case.
• Full-color photos and illustrations-Presented in a larger trim size, help students to identify the various systems and their associated components.

Table of Contents

• Section 1 Establishing the Relationship Between Fire Behavior, the Model Codes, and Fire Protection Systems
  • Chapter 1 Basics of Fire Behavior
  • Chapter 2 Fire Protection Systems and the Model Code Process
• Section 2 Fire Alarm and Detection Systems
  • Chapter 3 Fire Alarm System Components and Functions
  • Chapter 4 Types of Fire Alarm and Detection Systems
• Section 3 Water-Based Fire Suppression Systems
  • Chapter 5 Water Supplies for Fire Protection Systems
  • Chapter 6 Standpipe and Hose Systems
  • Chapter 7 Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems
  • Chapter 8 Specialized Water-Based Fire Protection Systems
• Section 4 Special Hazard Fire Suppression Systems
  • Chapter 9 Fixed Wet and Dry Chemical Extinguishing Systems
  • Chapter 10 Gaseous Agent Extinguishing Systems
  • Chapter 11 Portable Fire Extinguishers
• Section 5 Control and Management Systems, Property Security, and Fire Protection Systems
  • Chapter 12 Smoke Control and Management Systems
  • Chapter 13 Property Security, Emergency Response, and Fire Protection Systems
• Appendix A FESHE Correlation Guide
• Appendix B Imperial and Metric Conversions