What is BS EN 14972-8 about?
BS EN 14972-8 is eight part of a multi-series standard that covers water mist systems in fixed firefighting systems.
BS EN 14972-8 specifies fire testing requirements for water mist systems used for fire protection of machinery in enclosures with volumes exceeding 260 m3.
Who is BS EN 14972-8 for?
BS EN 14972-8 on fixed firefighting systems applied for the following -:
- Healthcare industries
- Oil industries
- Manufacturing industries
- Architects
- Disaster management services
Why should you use BS EN 14972-8?
The aim of a fire protection system is helpful in business purposes as it is used to protect a building's occupants and minimize the damage associated with fire. Overall, the goal is to provide the widest possible window for a safe evacuation, whilst also reducing potential repair costs.
BS EN 14972-8 provides you information on general requirements, test enclosure requirements, machinery mock-up requirements, test equipment and fire test requirements which enable the testing and installation of water mist systems. BS EN 14972-8 also provides you guidance on eight different performance fire tests that enhance the safety and protection provided by water mist systems in different fire hazard environments.
Guidance in BS EN 14972-8 allows you to implement water mist systems for the fire protection of industrial, commercial, and residential hazards.