Evaluation of Fire Hazard and Safety Management of Heritage Buildings in Georgetown, Penang

Othuman Mydin, M.A. and Md. Sani, N. and Abas, N.F. and Khaw, Y.Y. (2014) Evaluation of Fire Hazard and Safety Management of Heritage Buildings in Georgetown, Penang. MATEC Web of Conferences, 10 (06003). pp. 1-7. ISSN 2261-236X

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Abstract

Fire is a subject that is always neglected and ignored as far as heritage buildings are concerned. Unlike newly-built buildings, which are required under UBBL to undergo certain fire protection system tests, people are less likely to carry out such tests and detailed assessments for heritage buildings. Thus, this research is significant as it is aimed at accomplishing several objectives including studying the current fire emergency plan, besides identifying and assessing the possible fire hazards in heritage buildings in Penang. Several case studies were carried out at a few premises such as the Khoo Kongsi, Cheah Kongsi, Hock Teik Chen Shin Temple and the Teochew Temple with the aid of the Fire Rescue Department Malaysia (FRDM). The results obtained from this study will be discussed according to several aspects focusing on general health and safety management at the site, the fire-fighting system, fire exit routes and signage at the temples, fire hazards, and fire detection and alarm.

Item Type: Article
Subjects: T Technology > TH Building construction > TH1-9745 Building construction
Divisions: Pusat Pengajian Perumahan, Bangunan & Perancangan (School of Housing, Building & Planning) > Article
Depositing User: Mr Noorazilan Noordin
Date Deposited: 19 Feb 2018 08:25
Last Modified: 19 Feb 2018 08:25
URI: http://eprints.usm.my/id/eprint/39012

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