Assessment

1. Explain why an understanding of the terms lower flammability limit (LFL) and upper flammability limit (UFL) are important for fire prevention and suppression. How are the LFL and UFL different from the lower explosive limit (LEL) and upper explosive limit (UEL)?

Your essay should be at least 200 words in length.

2. Compare and contrast the types of prevention and detection systems used for explosions. Why would it be more difficult to design controls for a room containing explosive materials than a room containing only flammable liquids?

Your essay should be at least 200 words in length.

Course Textbook

Mroszczyk, J. W. (Ed.). (2012). Safety engineering (4th ed.). Des Plaines, IL: American Society of Safety Engineers.