Unit VIII Essay
Throughout the course, we have covered the fire protection and life safety systems that may be found in buildings. These systems are designed for occupant safety, firefighter safety, and property protection. For the final assignment of the course, you will write an essay that outlines the primary components and application for each system listed below, and you are to explain how each system provides for occupant and firefighter safety:
wet-pipe sprinkler system in a public assembly occupancy,
standpipe system in a high-rise,
fire detection and alarm system in a school,
wet chemical system in a commercial kitchen,
foam suppression system in an aircraft hangar, and
smoke management system in a covered mall.
Your essay must be three pages in length (not counting the title and reference pages), and it must contain at least two references. References may include the course textbook, Internet sources, professional journal articles, or other resources related to the profession. All sources must be properly referenced both in-text and on the references page. Make sure to follow APA format.