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Question 2/6 - Fire safety of telecommunication installations

(Continuation of Question 2/6)

Background and Justification

Fire safety has been studied in respect of telecommunication buildings. However it is possible for combustible gasses to build up to a dangerous concentration that could lead to explosions in, for example, tunnels, manholes and cable chambers.

Question

What strategies are required to be operated to prevent an explosion in unattended enclosures associated with outside plant such as manholes and tunnels?

Study items

  • safety procedures for outdoor installations;
  • fire detection systems, monitoring and control of outside plant.

Relationships

  • IEC Joint working group on fire issues (IEC SC46A, 46C, 86A)

Deliverables

Recommendations arising from:

  • Safety procedures for out-door installations
2002
  • Fire detection systems, monitoring and control of outside plant
2003
  • Handbook on the safety procedures for outside plant against fire
2003

 

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