| The Economics of Fire Protection Contributor(s): Ramachandran, Ganapathy (Author) |
|
 |
ISBN: 0419207805 ISBN-13: 9780419207801 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $308.75 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: September 1998 Annotation: This book discusses the theoretical aspects of cost-benefit analysis and other relevant economic problems with applications to fire protection systems and activities. Examples are included to illustrate the applications of techniques. The work covers performance and reliability of passive fire protection measures such as structural fire resistance and means of escape facilities, and active systems such as sprinklers and detectors. It discusses the effectiveness of educating for better understanding and implementation of fire prevention through publicity campaigns and fire brigade operations. It also covers cost-benefit analysis of fire protection measures and solutions. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Science | Environmental Science (see Also Chemistry - Environmental) - Political Science | Law Enforcement - Business & Economics | Economics - General |
| Dewey: 363.377 |
| LCCN: 99161888 |
| Physical Information: 0.91" H x 6.18" W x 9.68" (1.25 lbs) 248 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This important new book, the first of its kind in the fire safety field, discusses the economic problems faced by decision-makers in the areas of fire safety and fire precautions. The author considers the theoretical aspects of cost-benefit analysis and other relevant economic problems with practical applications to fire protection systems. Clear examples are included to illustrate these techniques in action. |
