Siemens SIMATIC PCS 7 OSx - Fire Protection Considerations

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SIMATIC PCS 7 OSx 4.0.0 Hardware (PA RISC)
1.7 Fire Protection Considerations
Planning a fire protection system is an important part of your site
preparation. When planning your fire protection system, always follow local
codes, standards and other regulations published by the National Fire
Protection Agency (NFPA) and the National Electrical Manufacturers
Association (NEMA). Also, follow the National Electric Code (NEC).
Consider the following fire precautions.
Smoke Detectors Install smoke detectors in the ceiling and under the
sub-floors in your control room. Consider a combination of thermal,
ionization, and optical detectors. Consult local fire code regulations when
installing the smoke detectors.
Fire Extinguishing Systems A halon gas fire-extinguishing system is
recommended for your control room. Halon gas extinguishes fire while
minimizing damage to disks, tapes, or electronic circuitry .
Emergency Exits Remember
to include emergency exits in your control
room in case of fire or other emergencies.