Sparky Life
On Your Construction Network the Sparky Life Podcast with Lia Lamela, every Thursday has remarkable stories and points of view from journeyman and woman who build the things that make our lives work! These lessons learned are not only valuable for those engaged in the skilled trades but frankly for all of us whether we use tools literally or figuratively in our daily lives. I share with you my electrical journey, experiences and insight through engaging banter with those I have met along the way. If you are interested in trade tales, an industry frought with excitement and risk subscribe and be notified every Thursday when trade tales continue. We build the world we want to live in. Let’s band together to create the sparks in our lives!
Sparky Life
Elevator Recall -The Code THAT SAVES LIVES
Ever wondered why you should NEVER take the elevator during a fire in a high-rise? This video dives deep into the life-saving technology of elevator recall and the critical role it plays in fire safety.
Learn why elevator recall is one of the most important fire safety systems in a building and how it's designed to prevent you from unknowingly entering a dangerous situation.
00:00 - Introduction to Sparky Life and the topic of elevators and fire safety.
00:30 - The crucial rule: Never take the elevator during a fire.
00:50 - Understanding elevator recall: How fire alarms take control.
01:40 - The disaster that led to elevator recall: The MGM Grand Fire in 1980.
02:45 - The danger of fire spread and smoke inhalation (responsible for 80-90% of fire deaths).
03:30 - How elevator recall works: Phase one (automatic recall).
04:30 - How elevator recall works: Phase two (firefighter control).
05:15 - Why elevator mechanics and fire alarm technicians must work together.
06:00 - The roles of elevator mechanics in elevator recall.
06:45 - The roles of fire alarm technicians in elevator recall.
07:30 - The importance of their collaboration for system functionality.
08:15 - Salaries in the field: Elevator mechanics (entry-level, experienced, union/specialised).
09:15 - Salaries in the field: Fire alarm technicians (entry-level, certified/experienced).
10:00 - Elevator safety guidelines during a fire: Don't use elevators, exit immediately if in one.
10:45 - Why elevators recall to a safe floor.
11:15 - The importance of using stairs and knowing emergency stairwells.
11:45 - Priority in a fire: Get safe first, then alert emergency services (unless trapped).
12:30 - Elevator recall as a critical safety net, but avoiding elevators is best.
13:00 - Mention of NFPA72 code requirements (chapter 21.3).
13:30 - Conclusion
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Keywords:
Elevator recall, Fire safety, High-rise buildings, Fire alarm systems, Smoke detectors, Heat detectors, NFPA72, Emergency recall operation, Elevator mechanics, Fire alarm technicians, MGM Grand Fire (1980), Smoke inhalation, Evacuation, Stairwells, Automatic recall (Phase one), Firefighter control (Phase two), Supply House, Salaries (elevator mechanics, fire alarm technicians), Emergency services, Safe floor/Lobby, Fire spread.
