Rescuing an Unconscious Victim
Journal Title: Security Dimensions - Year 2017, Vol 23, Issue 23
Abstract
In contrast with common belief, in the case of damage events associated with fire a significant portion of victims die not as a result of burn injuries but suffocation. In modern architecture, including hotels, synthetic materials are broadly applied that produce toxic substances when they burn. In addition to toxic substances, the risk of suffocation is also increased by the depletion of oxygen as the fire spreads. Thus, for the successful rescue of the people whose lives are directly or indirectly endangered, their fast evacuation from the scene is of fundamental significance, even by causing material damage.<br/><br/>
Authors and Affiliations
László Komjáthy, György Kós
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