Chapter 13 - Firefighting Concerns of Green Construction Flashcards
Green Construction is also known as
Sustainable construction
Six objectives of the LEED program
Lower operating costs and increase asset value
Reduce waste scent to landfills
Conserve energy and water
Be healthier and safer for occupants
Reduce harmful greenhouse gas emissions
Qualify for tax rebates, zoning allowances, and other incentives in hundreds of cities
What are the four categories of green construction
Eco-friendly materials
Energy conservation
Water conservation
Energy generation
What is used in non-structural applications such as insulating wall partitions
Hempcrete
Ammonia will burn in concentrations as low as what percent
16
With green roofs the obvious problem of what must be considered
Ventilation
What are wall assemblies without studs
Structural insulated panels
ICF wall panel systems are not
Combustible
What direction do PV array panels face
What are four hazards of PV systems
Electric shock
Dead load of the system on the roof
Release of hazardous materials
The batteries
What additional problem do off-grid systems pose
Large scale battery storage
Significant quantities of what gas can be generated by the batteries
Hydrogen
What are the two type of solar water heating systems
Active and passive
It’s best to latter a building where with PV roof panels
Northside
What is the best way to ventilate a green building
Horizontal ventilation
