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Learning Objectives • Understand why changes were made to the Life Safety Code that pertain to luminous egress pathways • Understand smoke behavior and emergency generator performance in an emergency • Understand the benefits of energy free photoluminescence EXIT Signs • Understand how photoluminescence EXIT Signs conserve energy and reduce waste • Understand specific sections of the Ohio Fire Code that pertain to photoluminescence
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LinkedIn’s Facilities Management Group (68,000+ members) recently asked the question “What are the most common diesel generator failures that you have come across?” Facilities Management Poor/Non-Effective Human Error Maintenance/Service Records Poor or Non-existent Neglect NFPA 110, Chapter 8, 2013 edition Procedures Not Followed Plan Preventative Maintenance (PPM) or Maintenance Program is Poor or Non-existent Routine Inspection/Check Logging Poor or Non-existent Routine Inspection/Check Not Done Daily Routine Inspection/Check Not Done Thoroughly Every Time Routine Inspection/Check Procedure Poor or Non-existent Routine Inspection/Check Records Poor or Non-existent Service Contractor Not Competent Service Techs/Engineers Not Rotated Regularly Service Techs/Engineers Poor/Not Effective Shortcut Repairs to Reduce Spending Surprise Audits Non-Existent Training Poor or Non-Existent Equipment Specific (alphabetical order) Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) Exercising Not Done Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) Failure Batteries Too Hot Battery Charger Broken Battery Charger Fuses Blown Battery Contacts Corroded Battery Life Ended Bird Nests & Mud Daubers Clogging Air Intakes and Vents Block Heater Broken Coolant Level Low Drive Belt Broken Exercising Not Done or Auto Exercising Not Working Fuel Dirty Fuel Filters Blocked/Plugged Fuel Line Broken Fuel of Wrong Type Accidentally Used Fuel Polishing/Cleaning Not Done Fuel Stored Too Long Fuel Tank Low or Empty Fuel Testing/Checking Not Done Full Building Shutdown Tests Not Done Hose Broken Moisture in Fuel (common in humid and rainy areas, and situations susceptible to condensation) Oil Changes Not Done Per Manufacturer’s Recommendations Sump Heater Broken Water Filter In Diesel Fuel Lines Not Changed Regularly (some recommend every 6 months) Water Filter In Diesel Fuel Lines None Existent (see Moisture In Fuel) Water Heater Element Is Not Adequate (prevents generator won’t start in cold climate)
Top 5 (referenced most) • Preventative Maintenance Poor or Non-Existent • Batteries Low or Dead • Load Bank Test Not Done (some recommend 2 times a year) • Remote Monitoring Non-Existent • Routine Inspection/Check Not Done Regularly
World Trade Center Truck Bombing February 26, 1993
Photoluminescence Benefits -No batteries to test or replace -No electricity required -No back-up generator -No maintenance -Durable -UV-stable -Non-toxic -Non-radioactive -Failsafe system in the light or in the dark -Only 1ft. candles ambient light to charge -Permanent
Photoluminescence Uses -Exit/Egress Markings -Line-Stripping Systems -Flooring/Pathways -Stair Nosing -Way-finding Signage -Non-Slip Surfaces -First Aid/Eye Wash Station Identification -Tool Identification -Fire Extinguisher Identification Bands -Hard Hat Bands -Hose Nozzles -AED’s -Firefighter Stand Pipe Connections -And more
Building Types Affected Building Code Occupancy Types Required to have luminous pathways • Group A – Assembly • Concert Halls, Banquet Halls, Exhibition Halls, Night Clubs, Restaurants • Group B – Business • Commercial Buildings • Group E – Educational Buildings • Colleges and Schools • Group I – Industrial Group • Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Prison, and Jails • Group M – Mercantile • Department Stores • Group R – Specifically R-1 • Residential, Hotels and Motels • With less than 1 month of residency • Over 75’ (6 floors) Section 1024 – Luminous Egress Path Markings of Florida Building Code
Summary of the 2015 International Building Code Section of Area Affected Impact on New and Existing Building Construction Code Requirements: A solid and continuous stripe of self-luminous meeting ASTM e2072 and shall be Stair Edges applied to the horizontal leading edge to each step and shall extend for the full length of 1025.2.1 the step. Leading edge of landings shall be marked with a self-luminous stripe meeting ASTM Landings 1025.2.2 e2072 standards consistent with the dimensional requirement for steps. Hand rails shall be marked with a solid and continuous stripe of self-luminous meeting Hand Rails 1025.2.3 ASTM e7072 placed on the top surface of the hand rail for the entire length (including extensions). Top and sides of exit doorframes shall be marked with a solid and continuous self- Doorway Outlines 1025.2.6.3 luminous stripe meeting that ASTM e2072 standard. Door hardware shall be marked with not less than 16 sq. inches of self-luminous Door Handles material meeting the ASTM e2072 standard, and shall be located immediately adjacent 1025.2.6.2 to or on the door handle. Self-luminous stairway identification signs meeting ASTM e2072 are required on each floor landing in interior exit stairways connecting more than three stories that designate Stairwell ID Signs / the floor level, and the terminus of the top and bottom of the interior exit stairway. 1023.9 Roof Access Signs These signs should state the story of and direction to the exit, as well as availability of roof access. Additional low level exit signs shall be provided in all areas serving hotel/motel guest Low Level Exit Signs rooms using UL 924 labelled exit signs, or universally recognized symbols for egress 1013.2 compliant with NFPA 170. Stand pipes shall be identified in an improved manner by a permanently attached sign Stand Pipe Signs 912.5 in a color that contrasts the background color indicating equipment contained therein. Portable fire extinguishers shall not be obstructed or obscured in rooms or areas in Extinguisher Signs 906.6 which visual instruction cannot be completely avoided. Means shall be provided to locate the extinguisher locations. Ext. FD Connection A metal sign with raised letters shall be mounted on all fire department connections 912.5 Signs serving automatic sprinklers, stand pipes, or fire pump connections.
Compliant Solutions PL Stair Nosings PL Rigid Strips PL Tape PL Liquid Stair Nosing
Stair-nosings • Difficult to Install Trip hazard • Mechanical Fastener • Bore Pilot Hole • Anchor • Industrial Adhesive Can become loose over time Expensive cost /Expensive to install
PL Rigid Strip WILL become loose over time • Difficult to Adhere PL Tape will need to be replaced • Mechanical Fasteners typically needed • Industrial Adhesive Trip Hazard Difficult to use for perimeters • Strips are moderate cost • Installation cost is moderate
PL Tape PL Tape will need to be frequently replaced • Can be difficult to Adhere • Industrial Adhesive Difficult to use for perimeters Excellent choice for handrails and doorframes* • Tape is inexpensive • Initial Installation cost is inexpensive * Ensure tape is tamper proof
PL Liquid Stair Nosing Easy to Install Low Profile Excellent Adhesion Typical Cost $25-$30 per step/Install less than $5 per step
Changes to stairwell signage identification in the new 2012 Life Safety Code will add to the responsibilities of facility managers in maintaining LSC compliance: Area of LSC Affected Change Impact The 2012 LSC will require the identification signs in Existing stairwell signs will have to A change in the stairwell new stairwells 3 stories or more, where the older be replaced if they do not already identification signs involving editions only required them in 5 stories or more. New meet the new requirements. There illumination, tactile, dimension stairwell identification signs will need to be will be no ‘grandfathering’ of and location. This will illuminated with emergency power, and the characters existing signs. This new effectively render the existing on the sign must meet ANSI A117.1. The floor level requirement applies to all stairwell identification signs designation character must be tactile and other occupancies and is not limited just noncompliant. requirements in accordance with 7.2.2.5.4.1. to healthcare. www.lumawaresafety.com
Products
Energy Vampires • Light bulbs • Batteries • Monthly Inspections • Electricity • Fines
One Billion dollars per year is spent on energy costs
WHY ? MGM G Grand F Fire L Las Ve Vegas, N NV N V November 2 20 th th , 1 1980
Aesthetics
Underwriters Laboratory Listed • Meets IBC/ICC/IFC Standard- Chapter 10 • UL 924 Listed • NFPA 101 Life Safety Code • State Building Codes • AHJ
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