What is a firefighters smoke control stationFSCS is and what

What is a firefighters smoke control station(FSCS) is, and what is the purpose of the installed smoke management system?

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Firefighters smoke control station (FSCS)-

Firefighters smoke control station (FSCS), is a device that allow the firefighters to controlthe smoke control system, overriding the automatic control systems. Usually, the FSCS providesa graphic designs and representations for the buildings, the smoke control zones and anyequipment that is used to control smoke. Its purpose is to provide a clear outlay of how themanagement of any company or large buildings should design and install their smoke controldevices.

The purpose of the installed smoke management system-

With the current construction in the world today, the fire fighters and the occupants are faced with increased hazards. The smoke management system is important because of the following reasons: One it will limit the intense heat that the firefighter would be exposed to in the time of firefighting process. The system develops structures that limits the exposures to injuries due to debris falling, limited visibility among other fire related elements. Two, the building codes all building to be fitted with fire detection or suppression systems so as to improve the safety of thebuilding. Thirdly, this management system provides the escape routes for the employees in case of fire alert.