Fire Sprinkler Use and Efficiency Data

This resources includes 2 files:

Infographic: Fire Sprinkler Use and Efficiency (pdf, 132 KB)

This infographic shares information from the National Fire Protections Association's (NFPA) report, "US Experience with Sprinklers" in a student-friendly format.

Analyze and Interpret Data Fire Sprinkler Use and Efficiency (pdf, 278 KB)

This activity provides opportunity for students to analyze and interpret the data presented in the Sprinkler Use and Efficiency infographic.

Context

Analyze fire sprinkler data to draw conclusions about how fire sprinklers are used and whether they are an effective tool to control fires.

Be sure to check out the Science of Fire Sprinklers Video and Interactive Experience.

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