Phased Evacuation: Strategy, Design and Management
Phased evacuation enables efficient tall building evacuation while avoiding staircase congestion. Design principles explained.. Phased Evacuation Design Phased evacuation involves evacuating floors sequentially, starting with the fire floor and the floor above. Design Requirements Voice alarm system with floor specific messaging Protected lobbied approach to staircases Minimum 60 minute fire resistance to compartment walls Adequate staircase capacity for two floors simultaneously Fire warden organisation per floor Regular drill programme to practice phased protocol For phased evacuation design, contact us.