APPLICATION OF FIRE MODELS TO FIRE SAFETY ENGINEERING DESIGN

Fire engineering approach or a performance-based approach gives fire safety engineers opportunities using advanced technology and knowledge to fire-safety system design. Fire models are essential tools for the purpose of fire engineering approach. This paper addresses the application of a fire model, CFAST, and tenability analysis for the fire safety system design of a ferry pier building. It is indicated that a restaurant floor over the normal pier can not comply with the building codes. However, occupants can be evacuated from the building during a fire before the conditions reach untenable situation. This paper discusses the principles of fire safety design. Approval of the fire safety design is subject to adjudgement of the Buildings Department and the Fire Services Department.