5 types of fire extinguishers: A guide to using the right class
Aug 26, 2023 · Five main types of fire extinguishers. There are five different fire extinguishers, which are: Water, water mist or water spray fire extinguishers. Foam fire extinguishers. Dry Powder – standard or specialist fire extinguishers. Carbon Dioxide (‘CO2’) fire extinguishers. Wet Chemical fire extinguishers.
Fire Protection: Your Complete Guide to Smoke Control Systems ...
Jan 22, 2021 · When it comes to fire safety and smoke control systems, there are four main regulations you need to be aware of. 1) FIRE SAFETY – Corresponding building regulation: Approved Document B. It is mandatory to install fire detection systems and fire alarm systems. These must provide instant identification of a fire, as the sooner action is taken ...
Fire doors explained: A beginner’s guide - IFSEC Global
Sep 26, 2023 · Fire doors are specialist doors which have been tested against the elements and purpose-built to withstand fires for as long as possible. They enable buildings to compartmentalise and delay the spread of fire from one area to another, and form a crucial part of a passive fire protection strategy. Certified fire doors will be given a fire ...
Fire sprinkler systems: A beginner’s guide - IFSEC Global
A fire sprinkler system is a simple, but key, active component of a domestic or commercial building’s fire protection system. Installed in ceilings or side walls, the system consists of a water supply, a water distribution piping system and sprinkler heads. The sprinkler discharges water automatically when a fire is detected, though it is not ...
IFSEC Insider | Security and Fire News and Resources
Oct 14, 2024 · IFSEC Insider recently spoke to Simon Giles, CEO of City Group Security, on his outlook for 2024, upcoming challenges for the sector, and his career in the industry so far. Listen as we explore the challenging environment of securing critical national infrastructure, and the major trends ahead for the sector.
Role of CCTV Cameras: Public, Privacy and Protection - IFSEC Global
Jan 1, 2021 · Closed circuit television (CCTV) is a system of video cameras, display devices and data networks that is used to detect and deter criminal activity. Video surveillance systems are used in public and private sectors, such as schools, homes or public spaces for crime prevention purposes. Councils, law enforcement and security management ...
Smoke detectors explained - IFSEC Global
A photoelectric detector senses sudden scattering of light when smoke enters the detector chamber, triggering the alarm. Photoelectric smoke detectors respond an average of 15 to 50 minutes faster to fire in its early, smouldering stage, before it breaks into flame, than ionisation alarms. They can be installed near kitchens.
Perimeter security: the big picture - IFSEC Global
Dec 14, 2023 · The global perimeter security market is estimated to reach US$21 billion by 2020, growing at 8% CAGR during 2015-2021, according to market research analysts Research and Markets. North America is currently the most advanced region for perimeter security technology, however, Latin America, the Middle East and Africa are expected to emerge as ...
A history of information security - IFSEC Global
Jun 27, 2019 · Two years later, in 1988, saw the birth of the Morris Worm – one of the major turning points in the history of information security. Network usage began to expand rapidly, and more and more universities, militaries and governments became connected to it. That meant that the security measures required had to gradually become more expansive as ...
A security management guide: the role, training, certification, …
Oct 25, 2016 · The role of security management involves the identification of one’s assets – buildings, people, products, information and infrastructure – and the development and implementation of policies, procedures and measures to safeguard these assets. Methods used to understand what controls might be appropriate to protect assets include ...