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Protection of buildings, Including protection from dampness, fire, burglary

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  • Construction Hazardous Materials Compliance Guideby R. Dodge Woodson

    Elsevier Science 2012; US$ 59.95

    While it would appear that contractors are not affected by the liabilities of the work of others, it is important that they understand the documentation that establishes culpability and the terms of restitution. A "boots on the ground" approach to the pre and post construction inspections as well as all activities in between, Construction Worksite... more...

  • Fire Safety Scienceby G. Cox; B. Langford

    Taylor and Francis 2012; US$ 840.00

    This book provides an essential reference on the current state of the art in this field covering topics as diverse as physics, chemistry, toxicology and human behaviour. It contains nearly one hundred scientific papers on all aspects of the subject. Many papers are included which illustrate the current state of development in the mathematical modelling... more...

  • Effective Physical Securityby Lawrence Fennelly

    Elsevier Science 2012; US$ 64.95

    The fourth edition of Effective Physical Security , written by specialists in the security field, delivers a wealth of practical information on the process of securing a facility. New to this edition are chapters on: ISO Standards for Risk Assessment & Risk Management Information Security for Practitioners Crime Prevention Through Environmental... more...

  • How to Pass the UK's National Firefighter Selection Processby Mike Bryon

    Kogan Page 2011; US$ 24.99

    How to Pass the UK's National Firefighter Selection Process complies with the national standards and focuses on the most challenging parts of the application process. It includes new tests on fault diagnosis and spatial reasoning as well as practical ideas on how to dramatically improve your prospects before you apply. more...

  • Dust Explosionsby P. Field

    Elsevier Science 1982; US$ 188.00

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  • Analysis and Interpretation of Fire Scene Evidenceby Jose R. Almirall; Kenneth G. Furton

    CRC Press 2004; US$ 139.95

    Analysis and Interpretation of Fire Scene Evidence introduces the techniques that determine the presence of ignitable liquid residues (ILRs) at fire scenes. It bridges the disciplines of investigation and forensic chemistry, enabling effective communication during critical periods of evidence detection, collection, packaging, and transport. The initial... more...

  • Effective Physical Securityby Lawrence Fennelly

    Elsevier Science 2003; US$ 59.95

    Effective Physical Security, Third Edition is a best-practices compendium that details the essential elements to physical security protection. The book contains completely updated sections that have been carefully selected from the previous Butterworth-Heinemann publication, Handbook of Loss Prevention and Crime Prevention, 4E. Designed for easy... more...

  • High-Rise Security and Fire Life Safetyby Geoff Craighead

    Elsevier Science 2003; US$ 129.00

    High-Rise Security and Fire Life Safety servers as an essential took for building architects, building owners and property managers, security and fire safety directors, security consultants, and contract security firms. * Provides the reader with complete coverage of high-rise security and safety issues * Includes comprehensive sample documentation,... more...

  • Water Supply Systems Securityby Larry Mays

    McGraw-Hill Education 2004; US$ 150.00

    "Since 9/11, water supply protection has become an urgent and timely issue. This is the first comprehensive reference devoted exclusively to water system safety and security. Aimed at engineers, managers, operators, and analysts involved with the design, operation, maintenance, and rehabilitation of large and small water systems, this resource thoroughly... more...

  • Electrostatic Hazardsby Günter Luttgens; Norman Wilson

    Elsevier Science 1997; US$ 118.95

    In the US, UK and Europe there is in excess of one notifiable dust or electrostatic explosion every day of the year. This clearly makes the hazards associated with the handling of materials subject to either cause or react to electrostatic discharge of vital importance to anyone associated with their handling or industrial bulk use. This book provides... more...