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11/7/23, 12:31 AM SECURITY AND LOSS PREVENTION MANAGEMENT VTS E-BOOK : Review Questions, Internet Sites 1. What is typically involved in a hotel’s fire protection program? Every hotel should have an evacuation plan, train staff on fire safety protocol, and work to maintain fire safety best practices, like keeping hallways, doors, and stairwells clear. 2. What does means of egress mean? What is a hotel's responsibility regarding means of egress? Adequate, protected exits must be available in a fire or other emergency. Number of exits, exit width, exit placement, emergency lighting, exit signs, and maximum travel distance to an exit are all covered. 3. What are the differences between wet sprinkler systems and dry sprinkler systems? Dry pipe systems are very similar to wet pipe systems with one major difference. The pipe is not constantly filled with water. Instead, the water is held behind a dry pipe valve usually some distance away from where the sprinklers are located. 4. What are the five types of portable fire extinguishers? What kind(s) of fire does each type fight? 1. Ordinary Combustible. Class A extinguishers put out fires in ordinary combustible materials such as cloth, wood, rubber, paper, and many plastics. 2. Flammable Liquids. Class B extinguishers are used on fires involving flammable liquids, such as grease, gasoline, oil, and oil-based paints. 3. Electrical Equipment. Class C extinguishers are suitable for use on fires involving appliances, tools, or other equipment that is electrically energized or plugged in. 4. Combustible Metals. Class D extinguishers are designed for use on flammable metals and are often specific for the type of metal in question. These are typically found only in factories working with these metals. 5. Combustible Cooking. Class K fire extinguishers are intended for use on fires that involve vegetable oils, animal oils, or fats in cooking appliances. These extinguishers are generally found in commercial kitchens, such as those found in restaurants, cafeterias, and caterers. Class K extinguishers are now finding their way into the residential market for use in kitchens. 5. How have fire alarm notification systems evolved since the 1980s? https://bookshelf.vitalsource.com/reader/books/978-1-949324-61-7/epubcfi/6/106[%3Bvnd.vst.idref%3Dvst-2d25d3af-2a4 7-466a-9¢95-138efd311312]Y/
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11/7/23, 12:31 AM SECURITY AND LOSS PREVENTION MANAGEMENT VTS E-BOOK : Review Questions, Internet Sites Fire protection in hotels is influenced by general issues that affect the fire protection community and the broader safety and security community (and vice versa, as major hotel fires of the 1980s influenced codes for many commercial buildings). This section addresses a few issues that currently affect hotels or that may emerge in the future. 6. What fire protection issues have emerged since the major hotel fires in the 1980s and the terrorist attacks on New York City’s World Trade Center in 2001? Protection against fire spread is likely to draw further attention in light of studies conducted and recommendations set forth by such groups as the national Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). NFPA fire codes as well as International Code Council (ICC) building and fire codes have been changed to be consistent with recommendations set forth in NIST's WTC Towers investigation. During the investigation of the effect the terrorist attacks had on the Twin Towers, a number of concerns were raised about high-rise building construction, some of which may apply to hotels. For example, one issue identified is the large amount of fuel stored on site for emergency generators and the possibility that the stored fuel may feed fires that occur in the building. Notification systems for fire have evolved from alarm-only systems to systems that provide voice communication. A discussion of some emerging issues associated with emergency communication in high-rise structures is available at the listed reference. 7. What can hotels do to care for and protect staff and guests in power outages? Emergency lighting can be powered by batteries, but building fire alarm systems, smoke control systems, fire pumps, and elevators intended for use in emergencies cannot be battery powered. And, although likely not required to do so by code, hotels may want to connect computer and refrigeration equipment to an emergency power supply as well. 8. How prevalent is the problem of scalding-hot water in hotels? What can hotels do to prevent scalding incidents in their facilities? - https://bookshelf.vitalsource.com/reader/books/978-1-949324-61-7/epubcfi/6/106[%3Bvnd.vst.idref%3Dvst-2d25d3af-2a4 7-466a-9¢95-138efd311312]V/
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etting the hot water temperature via the thermostat on a water heater will not meet code, does not provide adequate control, and can be dangerous.31 Plumbing codes may require the installation of 2/4
11/7/23, 12:31 AM SECURITY AND LOSS PREVENTION MANAGEMENT VTS E-BOOK : Review Questions, Internet Sites anti-scald valves to control the delivered temperature of water, and require that these valves be adjusted to limit maximum water temperatures to safe levels. Anti-scald valves come in the following types: balanced pressure, thermostatic, and a type that combines balanced pressure and thermostatic. Hotels are more likely to install balanced pressure anti-scald valves than thermostatic valves or balanced pressure/thermostatic valves. Balanced pressure anti-scald devices must be set properly upon installation and may need to be adjusted over time. As with many safety devices, ongoing maintenance is essential for proper operation. 9. How do legionellosis outbreaks occur? What steps can hotels take to prevent outbreaks? The steps hotels can take to prevent and treat an outbreak of legionellosis vary depending on the specific building system or possible source being treated. One challenge is the common recommendation that hot water systems be operated in excess of 140°F (60°C). This, however, creates a safety concern related to scalding temperatures. The fact that equipment and systems can rather quickly become re-infected presents further challenges. various guidelines have been prepared to help building operators deal with Legionella.35 Strict attention to these guidelines can help reduce the possibility of disease outbreaks. 10. What indoor air quality issues are of concern to hotels? Carbon monoxide poisoning and Legionella are part of a potentially larger area of concern related to indoor air quality (IAQ) in commercial buildings. IAQ has become a subject of increasing attention in the lodging industry in the last few decades, perhaps beginning when hotel operators recognized the need to provide no-smoking guestrooms. Today, for instance, entire hotels have been designated no- smoking buildings, and IAQ issues now include mold and mildew, as well as volatile organic compounds in newly installed indoor finishes and furniture. In addition, hotels seeking certification from organizations such as LEED will need to address IAQ considerations. 11. What steps should management take when handling a foodborne illness complaint? https://bookshelf.vitalsource.com/reader/books/978-1-949324-61-7/epubcfi/6/106[%3Bvnd.vst.idref%3Dvst-2d25d3af-2a4 7-466a-9¢95-138efd311312]V/
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It is vital for hotel managers to take seriously the results of these inspections and take prompt corrective action if defects are noted. Cleanliness in food service operations is certainly essential, and represents one of the ten steps addressed in the HACCP approach to food safety. Manager and 3/4
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11/7/23, 12:31 AM SECURITY AND LOSS PREVENTION MANAGEMENT VTS E-BOOK : Review Questions, Internet Sites employee training in food and alcohol safety is available through the national Restaurant Association Educational Foundation's ServSafe® training program. ServSafe® provides other resources pertaining to food and alcohol safety as well. The national Restaurant Association provides additional valuable information and resources concerning food safety. https://bookshelf.vitalsource.com/reader/books/978-1-949324-61-7/epubcfi/6/106[%3Bvnd.vst.idref%3Dvst-2d25d3af-2a4 7-466a-9¢95-138efd3113f2]Y/... 4/4