2017 NFPA Conference & Expo through the years Presented by: Panos Samaras Fire Safety Officer Athens International Airport Greece 1
Main Points Part 1 Identify Regulatory Environment Recent Fires in Airports (Video/ Photos) NFPA Provisions for Airport Infrastructure Top Management commitment in praxis 2
Main Points Part 2 Challenges, Business Environment Change Control streamlined for Fire Safety Practical Advice Discussion 3
Airport regulatory environment Both ICAO and the FAA cope with the aerodrome, not the airport Buildings and infrastructure usually comply with local codes & standards or NFPA Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting Services (RFFS) focus on aviation accidents and their readiness is somewhat regulated Structural Fire Fighting usually depends on external companies 4
Recent fires in airports Video of Rome Airport Fire 5
NFPA in Airports NFPA 402-424, 1003, 1500 all address airport infrastructure and RFFS operations NFPA 419, Standard on Airport Terminal Buildings, Fueling Ramp Drainage, and Loading Walkways NFPA 409, Standard on Aircraft Hangars NFPA 418, Standard for Heliports NFPA 101, Fire Life Safety Code NFPA 10, 13, 20, 25, 72, 96 etc. per case 6
Top Management Commitment part 1 Top Management support is required to develop a successful Fire Safety program Fire Safety is something we do, not something we buy AHJ needs full support to perform effective inspections and enforce measures Scheduled Fire Safety Reporting to executive and non executive boards 7
Top Management Commitment part 2 Top Management support is required to develop a successful Fire Safety program Fire Safety is something we do, not something we buy AHJ needs full support to perform effective inspections and enforce measures Scheduled Fire Safety Reporting to executive and non executive boards 8
Challenges part 1 Transfer know-how from Airport Construction to Airport Operation Fires affect more than the facility they damage The Airport concept is evolving from a transportation hub to a mall Security interferes with egress Construction/ Rehabilitation in operating buildings multiplies the Fire Risk 9
Challenges part 2 Many shareholders, many managers. Multiple Tenants High personnel turnover leading to lack of training Frequent architectural modifications Comparisons to other Airports 10
Change Control Security concepts evolving due to new global threats Commercial concepts become more aggressive The airport operator needs to exercise firm control on activities carried out by all tenants and keep high quality documentation The airport should seriously consider operating an engineering department instead of relying on external firms 11
Areas requiring close monitoring Aircraft Fueling Operations Food and Beverage (F&B) units inside terminals Catering Facilities Hot Works Dangerous Goods IT&T infrastructure 12
Practical advice Invest on a highly competent Fire Safety Officer Contracts need to include specific references to violation penalties Monitor increase of fire loads over time Build on Experience 13
Self igniting luggage - Video 14
Practical advice Terminals Scheduled Inspections F&B Fire Suppression Systems Control combustibility wherever you can Furniture, Finishes and Furnishings Decorations Performance Based Design 15
Practical advice Terminals Video of smoke travel and occupant egress simulations 16
Practical advice Terminals Photos of smoke travel and occupant egress simulations 17
Practical advice technical maintenance 1 Ensure that Fire Protection equipment is carried out as required (NFPA 25,72) Contractual requirement for certified maintenance personnel Contractual requirement for certified contractors performing modifications / expansions Frequent audits on maintenance employees or contractors 18
Practical advice technical maintenance 2 Scheduled Inspections F&B exhaust and hood for fat Scheduled inspections in Large warehouses, racks tend to grow taller overnight Frequent inspections in rented spaces inside the Terminal or office buildings, aircraft tyres are difficult to put out Ensure that Rehabilitation is carried out without violating the initial Fire Safety Concept (NFPA 101, ch. 4XX) 19
Summary Secure the services of a competent Fire Safety Officer Support the Fire Safety Officer and AHJ Develop Fire Protection as you develop your Airport Business 20
Discussion Thank you! samarasp@aia.gr 21
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