Tunnel Fire Protection Using Fixed Firefighting Systems: Advanced Practices from Australia and New Zealand

Ernst, Steve L.; Bergeson, William; Harelson, Steve; Williams, Dan; Bilson, Matt

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Tunnel Fire Protection Using Fixed Firefighting Systems: Advanced Practices from Australia and New Zealand

2018-09-01
By Ernst, Steve L. ; Bergeson, William ; Harelson, Steve

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Ernst, Steve L. ; Bergeson, William ; Harelson, Steve ; Williams, Dan ; Bilson, Matt
Corporate Creators:

United States. Federal Highway Administration
Corporate Contributors:

WSP
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Publication/ Report Number:

FHWA-PL-18-030
Resource Type:

Tech Report
Geographical Coverage:

United States
Corporate Publisher:

United States. Federal Highway Administration
Abstract:

Recognizing tunnels as an increasingly popular solution for significant highway system improvements, this report examines the use of fixed firefighting systems (FFFSs) in tunnels to produce safety improvements, increase long-term resilience, and add functional benefits for tunnels and highway systems. It provides detailed information from site visits and interviews with international experts and includes details about FFFS design, construction, operation, and maintenance. In addition to confirming the effectiveness of FFFSs in tunnels, investigations revealed that New Zealand and Australia are established world leaders in the use of FFFSs in road tunnels. In both countries, FFFSs assure transportation systems provide reliable long-term functionality. Tunnels can be a cornerstone for effective community engagement and prosperity, and their safe operation is an obligation for owners as well as an opportunity to gain support from the public for these expensive infrastructure projects.
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PDF
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DTFH6114D00048
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https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/43554/dot_43554_DS1.pdf
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[PDF - 3.91 MB]
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Federal Highway Administration
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