NFPA 19911 : 1991

Chapter 1 Introduction
1.1 Importance
1.2 Purpose
1.3 Scope
1.4 Types of Museums
1.5 Variety of Functions and Hazards
1.6 Consequences of Fire
1.7 Life Safety
1.8 Summary
Chapter 2 Museum Fire Experience
2.1 How Museum Fires Have Started
2.2 Why Museum Fires Have Spread
2.3 Illustrative Fires
2.4 Fire Causes and Prevention
Chapter 3 Museum Management and Planning
3.1 Management Responsibilities
3.2 Fire Emergency Preplanning
3.3 Actions when Fire Occurs
Chapter 4 Construction
4.1 Planning a New Museum Building
4.2 Protection against Outside Exposure Fires
4.3 Type of Construction
4.4 Windowless Buildings
4.5 Interior Finish
4.6 Limiting the Spread of Fire
4.7 Reduction in Concentration of Values
4.8 Hazardous Operations
4.9 Compacted Storage
Chapter 5 Building Equipment and Facilities
5.1 Heating Systems
5.2 Electrical Systems
5.3 Means of Egress
5.4 Air Conditioning and Ventilation Systems
5.5 Smoke Control
5.6 Lightning Protection
Chapter 6 Fire Protection Equipment
6.1 General
6.2 Fire Detection Systems
6.3 Automatic Fire Suppression Systems
6.4 Portable Extinguishers
6.5 Standpipes and Hose
6.6 Procuring and Installing Fire Protection Systems
6.7 Test and Maintenance of Fire Systems
Chapter 7 Improving Protection in Existing Buildings
7.1 Evaluating Hazards
Chapter 8 Alterations and Renovations
8.1 Precautions
8.2 Installation of Exhibits
8.3 Upgrading Fire Protection
Chapter 9 Special Facilities
9.1 Auditoriums
9.2 Libraries
9.3 Restaurants
9.4 Laboratories
9.5 Art and Specimen Storerooms
9.6 Storage of Records, Including Catalogues
9.7 Maintenance and Support Shops
Chapter 10 Museum Management and Operation
10.1 Special Consideration
10.2 Good Housekeeping
10.3 Control of Smoking
10.4 Maintenance of Equipment
10.5 Prevention of Incendiarism and Malicious Damage
10.6 Special Events
Chapter 11 Referenced Publications
Appendix A
Appendix B
Appendix C
Appendix D Firesafety Inspection Form for Museums
Appendix E Referenced Publications
Index

Offers guidance in fire prevention and protection in new and existing museums and during alterations and renovations.