Transcription of Stairwell Pressurization Systems - CED Engineering
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Stairwell Pressurization Systems Course No: M05-022. Credit: 5 PDH. A. Bhatia Continuing Education and Development, Inc. 9 Greyridge Farm Court Stony Point, NY 10980. P: (877) 322-5800. F: (877) 322-4774. Stairwell Pressurization Systems Stairwell Pressurization Systems . Introduction In a high-rise building, the stairs typically represent the sole means of egress during a fire. It is imperative for the exit stairs to be free of smoke and to incorporate design features that improve the speed of occupant egress. Most building codes require the fire stairwells in a high-rise building to be pressurized to keep smoke out.
Due to the relative cost of the associated mechanical systems, and architectural space issues related to providing exterior balconies and stair vestibules, the stair pressurization system is the most widely selected design option. This course discusses the smoke control systems and examines the design
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