Fire Spread and Mitigation Measures in Combustible Mid-Rise Buildings

Course Overview

The presentation will address common modes of fire spread in mid‐rise buildings of combustible construction and the measures implemented into building codes to limit fire spread. The presentation will look at several case studies and quantify the impact of key mitigation measures that have been implemented into building codes following these fires.

Learning Objectives

1. Knowledge of key fire spread modes and mechanisms in combustible mid‐rise buildings.
2. Knowledge of key building code requirements to limit fire spread.
3. The importance of fire stopping and blocking.
4. Methods to limit fire spread.

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Speaker Bio

Keith Calder, P.Eng.
Jensen Hughes

Keith Calder, P.Eng., has almost 20 years’ experience in fire engineering, fire modelling, building and fire code consulting and fire investigation. He has developed a vast knowledge of the application of current and historical building codes and has provided analysis and advice on the development of several wood initiatives.

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