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Extinguishing halons
Greg Doddrell
Information Management & Computer Security
1996
38 - 42
0968-5227
10.1108/09685229610114196
MCB UP Ltd
Discusses the effectiveness and appropriateness of gas flooding systems to control fire in computer rooms. Explains the workings of such systems, detailing their components and operation. Describes the advantages and disadvantages of gas flooding systems. Analyses the environmental impacts of the various alternatives to halon and provides indications as to when gas flooding is appropriate. Presents alternatives to gas flooding systems and describes some guidelines for the safe decommissioning of halon.
Computer disaster, Fire safety, Hazards, Preventive maintenance, Safety
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