This article is the second of a four-part series that discusses the key elements of NFPA 1660 (2024) Standard for Emergency, Continuity, and Crisis Management: Preparedness, Response, and Recovery. The first article in the series introduced the significant consolidation of…
Stadiums – fire and life safety
Modern stadiums are not just eye-catching architectural statements but dynamic hubs that cater to diverse activities beyond traditional sports and concerts. The success of the FIFA 2022 World Cup in Qatar and the thriving tourism market in the Gulf Cooperation…
The role of an expert witness
The consequences of fire can impact on a project or within the wider built environment at any time. In fact, the longest part of the life cycle of a building (design, construction, in-use and demolition/reconstruction) is the in-use phase. Fire-safety…