What is BS EN 14972-9 about?
BS EN 14972-9 is the ninth part of a multi-series standard that covers water mist systems in fixed firefighting systems.
BS EN 14972-9 specifies fire testing requirements for water mist systems used for fire protection of machinery in enclosures with volumes not exceeding 260 m3.
Who is BS EN 14972-9 for?
BS EN 14972-9 on fixed firefighting systems applied for the following -:
- Healthcare industries
- Oil industries
- Manufacturing industries
- Architects
- Disaster management services
Why should you use BS EN 14972-9?
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 14972-9 provides you guidance on test requirements that include general requirements, test enclosure, machinery mock-up, test equipment, instrumentation and fire test requirements which enables you to effectively set up water mist systems in enclosures not exceeding 260 m3 for open nozzle systems. BS EN 14972-9 also provides you guidance on ten different performance fire tests that enhance the safety and protection provided by water mist systems in different fire hazard environments.
The guidance in BS EN 14972-9 allows you to implement water mist systems for fire protection of industrial, commercial and residential hazards.