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Burgener, Edward – American School and University, 1979
A study completed by the fire department of the City of Winnipeg has documented the effectiveness of smoke detectors in reducing fire losses. The entire Winnipeg fire prevention program is described. (MLF)
Descriptors: Alarm Systems, Cost Effectiveness, Elementary Secondary Education, Fire Insurance
Parry, Robert; Burris, Carol – American School Board Journal, 1988
A fire destroyed an elementary school in the East Rockaway (New York) school system. A substitute facility, furniture, and textbooks were secured and classes opened, missing only four school days. Future precautions include insurance to cover actual reconstruction costs, smoke detectors, and a computerized inventory system. (MLF)
Descriptors: Alarm Systems, Elementary Education, Emergency Programs, Facility Improvement
Saunders, Carol Silverman – Our Children, 1995
Though most people assume that their schools are protected by smoke alarms and sprinkler systems, many are not. Older schools can fall through fire-code loopholes. Some schools have insufficient fire detection systems. Sprinkler systems can be too expensive for schools. Parents should educate themselves and insist on fire safety. (SM)
Descriptors: Alarm Systems, Elementary Schools, Elementary Secondary Education, Fire Insurance
Harris, John W.; And Others – Thrust for Educational Leadership, 1981
Describes a computer system to monitor fire, burglary, and vandalism in school buildings. (JM)
Descriptors: Alarm Systems, Computer Oriented Programs, Computers, Cost Effectiveness
