Abstract
A case study on fire alarm bell audibility in a government housing block in Hong Kong is presented. A sound survey included sound pressure level measurement, and a questionnairehas been administered. The results highlight a typical problem in the audibility of fire alarm bell in residential buildings in Hong Kong. Improvement to the fire alarm bell system is suggested. A performance-based approach to fire safety provision in building design is proposed.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 123-127 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Journal | Building Services Engineering Research and Technology |
Volume | 19 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 1998 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Building and Construction