Testing a theory

摘要

The full scale fire tests and the success of the firefighting interventions validate the theoretical model developed by the author. Concrete walls and concrete blocks including, for example, Legioblock, are an effective means of providing compartmentation provided the joints are sealed.Six metre spacing between baled storage is not adequate and is potentially dangerous in the case of plastic. In general terms, wetting agent proved to be the most effective medium for extinguishing waste fires, whilst water proved to be the least effective. Standard firefighting tactics are deemed to be ineffective, and alternative firefighting operations should be considered when dealing with an incident of this type.