Craig,  Why would you not want to evacuate the space as you would any other
protected area? Something initiated the discharge and until the guys in red
evaluate the source, people should be out. When all is clear, ventilate
until the co2 is at an acceptable level then return the occupants.
My thoughts only
Chuck Kist
Fire Marshal
University of Texas @ Arlington
-----Original Message-----
From: Craig Ishida [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
Sent: Friday, August 18, 2000 10:40 AM
To: [log in to unmask]
Subject: Re: CO2 Specific Evacuation Plan


Craig,
Sorry.  I have nothing here but probably should because we have a
similar system using halon.
craig

> Craig Dawson wrote:
>
> Hi All,
>
> Our University is in the process of installing a carbon dioxide fire
> suppression system for the sub floor of a new computer room.  I am in
> search of an evacuation plan written specifically for this type of
> fire system.  Please note the design of this system is to release gas
> only in the sub floor and based on the engineering calculations should
> not rise above the sub floor.  We will complete a functional test next
> week and see how close to reality those calculations are.
>
> If you have a plan or know where to find a template on the web, please
> send a soft copy or e-mail the address.
>
> Thank you for your assistance and support in advance.
>
> Sincerely,
> Craig Dawson, CHMM
> Director of Environmental Health & Safety
> Sonoma State University
> 1801 East Cotati Avenue
> Rohnert Park, Ca 94928-3609
> Tel. (707) 664-2932
> Fax. (707) 664-3196