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Question 1

What is the first layer of EPS’s holistic protection approach?

Answer 1

Fuel mitigation through strategic vegetation management and regular maintenance.

Question 2

Name the six key components of EPS’s home hardening strategy.

Answer 2

1) Ember/fire resistant vents
2) Gutter guards
3) Double pane tempered glass windows
4) Fire caulking for ember entry points
5) Weather stripping for garage/entry doors
6) Pre-application fire retardant for wooden structures

Question 3

How does EPS’s system determine fire distance and threat level?

Answer 3

By comparing NASA and US Forestry Department satellite coordinates with the protected property’s coordinates, calculating distance to 0.01 mile accuracy.

Question 4

What makes EPS’s water pressure system reliable?

Answer 4

The constant PSI system using variable speed pump, pressure sensor, and pressure tank.

Question 5

What is the sequence of water sources used by the EPS system?

Answer 5

1) City water
2) Pool water
3) A/B firefighting foam wetting agent

Question 6

What are the key features of EPS’s rooftop deployment system?

Answer 6

• Industrial strength heads with 50-60’ radius
• Dual nozzle design
• Wind-resistant performance
• Stainless steel, powder-coated housings
• Pop-up mechanism for activation

Question 7

How does the system’s deployment sequence work?

Answer 7

1) Initial intermittent deployment (10 min on/20 min off)
2) Increased frequency as fire approaches
3) Continuous operation when fire is within one mile or heat sensors detect temperature spike
4) Perimeter fire retardant deployment
5) Roof system activation

Question 8

What does EPS’s risk assessment process include?

Answer 8

A comprehensive property evaluation resulting in a detailed report with specific recommendations to achieve acceptable risk levels.