The National Fire Protection Association has introduced draft standards for installation of sprinkler systems in animal housing. It is noted that there have been a number of fires in layer houses including recently erected units.
The UEP has filed a notice of intent to request deletion of the draft standard. Installation of sprinkler systems would obviously add cost to new housing but might be offset by reduced insurance rates.
Prism Control Systems has developed the ThERM® Fire Detection and Response System*. A series of sensors detects high temperature and airborne particulates associated with a fire. The system responds by initiating alarms and inactivating fans that accelerate the progress of a fire.
With larger house capacity and more expensive construction and installations, it is essential that all new and retrofitted housing conform to safety codes. For new construction, flammability of construction and insulation materials should be considered in addition to selecting fire detection and suppression installations.
*Details of ThERM can be downloaded from the Prism Controls website, accessed by clicking on to the Company logo on the right side of the Welcome page