Fire Prevention Case Study
March 5th, 2022
Review the following NIST technical note and video below:
Weinschenk, C., Overholt, K., & Madrzykowski, D. (2016). Simulation of an attic fire in a wood frame residential structure, Chicago, IL. Fire Technology, 52(6), 1629-1658. Retrieved from
National Institute of Standards and Technology. (2014, December 2). Simulation of an attic fire in a wood frame residential structure—Chicago[Video file]. Retrieved from
Be sure to include the following in your case study:
- Examine the applicable building codes for this structure.
- How were they developed?
- Were they developed locally?
- Were they modified or adopted?
- If modified, how so?
- How were they developed?
- Analyze the tests conducted on materials found in the structure.
- What types of materials were used in the construction of the house?
- What were the results?
- What were the lessons learned?
Your case study response should be two to four pages in length and follow APA guidelines.