Description: Incorporating Resiliency Concepts into NFPA Codes and Standards by Kenneth W. Dungan This brief addresses the contextual definition of resilience, explains the existing resiliency frameworks developed by Federal Agencies, and emphasizes the risk informed approach to applying resiliency concepts to National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) documents.In an effort to assess and further define NFPAs position in the realm of resiliency, this brief identifies those provisions in NFPA codes and standards that embody the concepts of resiliency. Additionally, the brief develops an NFPA-centric definition of resiliency and compiles available information to serve as a technical reference for the codes and standards, identifying key gaps in knowledge. Key topics range from engineered features and the built environment to emergency response and risk-informed approaches to disaster events. The brief also includes a comprehensive literature review on multiple resiliency frameworks. Written for fireprotection engineers and professionals who handle disaster risk assessment, this brief provides a thorough overview of resiliency concepts and how NFPA procedures strive to meet recommended standards. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Long Description This brief addresses the contextual definition of resilience, explains the existing resiliency frameworks developed by Federal Agencies, and emphasizes the risk informed approach to applying resiliency concepts to National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) documents. In an effort to assess and further define NFPA s position in the realm of resiliency, this brief identifies those provisions in NFPA codes and standards that embody the concepts of resiliency. Additionally, the brief develops an NFPA-centric definition of resiliency and compiles available information to serve as a technical reference for the codes and standards, identifying key gaps in knowledge. Key topics range from engineered features and the built environment to emergency response and risk-informed approaches to disaster events. The brief also includes a comprehensive literature review on multiple resiliency frameworks. Written for fire protection engineers and professionals who handle disaster risk assessment, this brief provides a thorough overview of resiliency concepts and how NFPA procedures strive to meet recommended standards. " Details ISBN1493965107 Author Kenneth W. Dungan Short Title INCORPORATING RESILIENCY CONCE Language English ISBN-10 1493965107 ISBN-13 9781493965106 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2016 Edition 1st Imprint Springer-Verlag New York Inc. Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States Publication Date 2016-10-01 Illustrations 13 Illustrations, color; 1 Illustrations, black and white; X, 44 p. 14 illus., 13 illus. in color. AU Release Date 2016-10-01 NZ Release Date 2016-10-01 US Release Date 2016-10-01 UK Release Date 2016-10-01 Edited by Christopher E. Swide Birth 1974 Affiliation European University Viadrina, Germany Position journalist Qualifications Ph.D. Pages 44 Publisher Springer-Verlag New York Inc. Edition Description 1st ed. 2016 DEWEY 621.4021 Audience Professional & Vocational Series SpringerBriefs in Fire We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:100553193;
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ISBN-13: 9781493965106
Book Title: Incorporating Resiliency Concepts into NFPA Codes and Standards
Number of Pages: 44 Pages
Language: English
Publication Name: Incorporating Resiliency concepts Into Nfpa Codes and Standards
Publisher: Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
Publication Year: 2016
Subject: Engineering & Technology
Item Height: 235 mm
Item Weight: 1007 g
Type: Textbook
Author: Kenneth W. Dungan
Subject Area: Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
Item Width: 155 mm
Format: Paperback
