1st Edition
Fire Prevention in Modern Construction A Practical Guide
Part I. Introduction to Fire Prevention in Buildings. 1. Background and History. 2. Introduction. 3. Applicable Codes and Standards. 4. Construction Fire Safety Plan. 5. Fire Protection Program Manager (FPPM). Part II. Fire Protection Systems and Life Safety Features. 6. Fire Alarm System Fundamentals. 7. Fire Sprinkler System Fundamentals. 8. Fire Extinguisher Fundamentals. 9. Smoke Control System Fundamentals. 10. Passive Fire Protection Features. 11. Means of Egress. Part III. Best Practices and Applications. 12. Hot Work Activities. 13. Fire Protection Impairments. 14. Housekeeping. 15. Inspections. 16. Fire Department and Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) Collaboration. 17. Challenges and Effective Practices. 18. Construction Site Hazards. 19. Transition from Construction to an Occupiable Building. 20. Incident Management and Post-Incident Evaluation. 21. Home Considerations. 22. Conclusion. Part IV. Appendices: Supplemental Information. Appendix A: Boston Seaport Case Study. Appendix B: Construction Fire Safety Plan Outline.
Biography
Matthew J. Bourque is a fire protection engineer who is currently the Director of Fire Protection and Construction Operations at a leading real estate development firm. Matthew is involved in the Boston Seaport development, the largest single real estate project in city history. He graduated from Worcester Polytechnic Institute with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and a Master of Science in Fire Protection Engineering. He is a registered professional engineer (P.E.) in Fire Protection Engineering and is also a certified local building inspector and licensed construction supervisor. He was appointed to serve on the Committee on Construction and Demolition for NFPA 241, Standard for Safeguarding Construction, Alteration, and Demolition Operations and was selected to speak at the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) headquarters on construction fire safety as well as support the development of training material related to fire protection program management. In partnership with the NFPA, he created a training course for the fire protection program manager role. His background and construction experience provide him with a unique perspective on construction fire safety.
“I have worked closely with fire protection professionals throughout my career on many large development projects. This book provides fundamental fire prevention concepts, invaluable information on fire protection systems, and best practices that are critical for managing fire risks effectively.”
-- John “Jack” Dempsey, Ret. Fire Commissioner, Boston Fire Department
