Fire Protection Engineering for High-Rise Buildings
Comprehensive Fire Protection Services and Fire Protection Reports for High-Rise Structures
Once a building exceeds 75 feet in height, it must comply with special requirements mandated by prevailing building codes such as the International Building Code (IBC) and NFPA 101. These codes recognize that fire events in high-rise buildings pose significant challenges due to building height, which increases difficulty for fire department access and fire control.
Key Fire Protection Features for High-Rise Buildings
- Emergency generator
- Fire pump
- Voice evacuation fire alarm system
- Fire service access elevator
- Occupant evacuation elevator
- Two fire sprinkler risers
- Stair pressurization
- Smoke control system
Many jurisdictions require that a licensed fire protection engineer submit a Fire Protection Report that outlines all special fire protection and building code features of a high-rise building.
High-Rise Code Consulting and Compliance by Zari Consulting Group
As a dedicated code consultant, Zari Consulting Group assists in identifying specific high-rise building code requirements based on applicable codes and local ordinances. We develop the Fire Protection Report, handle variances (Requests for Alternate Means), draft egress drawings, specify fire and smoke barrier placements, provide drawing mark-ups, and attend pre-application meetings with local authorities at each design stage. When needed, we also deliver a full design package for automatic fire sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems, and smoke control systems.
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