Fire safety is a fundamental consideration in any environment. This is particularly true in healthcare, where numerous factors make protecting occupants from the risks of fire a complex challenge. “Hospitals are an extremely complicated building type when it comes to fire safety,” says Eric Esselink, Chief Executive Officer with LRI Engineering Inc. “Not only do […]
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It’s 3:30 pm on a Friday afternoon and you have just learned that the fire alarm system and the elevators are not providing the correct sequence of operation when the smoke detector on the 21st-floor elevator lobby is activated. The Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) is going to be at the site on Monday morning to
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When facilities are constructed and commissioned, they begin their lifecycle in a generally code compliant and safe manner. As the facility ages, renovations, change of use, or a multitude of other factors can come into play, which alter the level of safety within a building, facility, or site. Unchecked changes compounded over time can erode
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