Fire Protection Engineering Code Consulting.
In-depth analysis to determine conformance with local, state and federal
building codes and standards.
Master Fire Protection Planning.
Development of fire safety plans to address the applicable codes
and standards; specific requirements of the project; and alternative
approaches to achieve compliance.
Systems Design.
Creative, cost-effective design of fire alarm systems; automatic
sprinkler, water spray and foam systems; gaseous and chemical fire
suppression systems; and water supply systems.
Audits and Surveys.
Comprehensive evaluations of fire safety, property protection and
handicapped access/egress of building and facilities to identify
deficiencies, limit losses and assess properties for acquisition
(due diligence).
Fire Modeling.
Application of scientific models for fire growth, exit times, system
activation times, smoke movement and other fire safety variables
necessary to develop unique fire safety programs and/or evaluate
alternative approaches and performance-based designs.
Accessibility for the Disabled.
Analysis of codes mandating access to barrier-free facilities; development
and review of implementation plans; negotiation with AHJs to interpret
a facility's accessibility for the disabled to code requirements.
Timed Egress Analysis.
Calculations using PathFinder IITM, RJA's propriety egress analysis
software, to determine occupant load, egress times and exit capacity
for various system operating plans, vehicle configurations and facility
use configurations.
Third Party Plan and Drawing Review.
Analysis of plans and drawings to determine conformance with applicable
fire protection codes and standards; alternative approaches; and
performance-based designs.
Coordination of Disciplines.
Compliance review of work performed by other disciplines to determine
if the fire safety plan has been achieved and all systems are integrated
and operable according to the project's master plan.
Negotiation.
Communication with fire, code and insurance officials to explain,
clarify and interpret the relationship of the fire protection plan
to local code requirements.
Fire Investigation/Litigation Support.
Participation in fire investigations and analysis, including special
expert witness testimony in building and fire code related areas.
Risk Management Services
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