Protecting buildings from explosions
Charles Crawford
(Consultant at Kingsclere Consultants Ltd, Newbury, Berkshire, UK. He has a project management and defence engineering background, and is a former member of the Commander Engineers (Northern Ireland).)
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Abstract
Describes the ways in which commercial buildings can be protected from explosive devices, and a variety of modern methods which are cost effective and successful. Analyses major threats from terrorists and criminal gangs who target facilities, and lists the four steps of explosive management. Also provides detailed information on the different kinds of glass, doors, walls, floors, etc., that should be installed for a safer building. Finally, outlines mandatory building requirements.
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Citation
Crawford, C. (1995), "Protecting buildings from explosions", Facilities, Vol. 13 No. 9/10, pp. 5-10. https://doi.org/10.1108/02632779510095563
Publisher
:MCB UP Ltd
Copyright © 1995, Company