Shawn Mahoney, with NFPA, wrote the following blog highlighting the importance of fire, smoke, and combination fire/smoke dampers in preventing the spread of fire and smoke in buildings. It discusses the inspection, testing, and maintenance (ITM) requirements for each type of damper, as outlined by NFPA 80 and NFPA 105. These dampers play a critical role in fire protection and life safety and must be properly maintained to ensure optimal performance during emergencies.
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