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    • Background
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    • Overview of 5 Test Scenarios
    • Final Report
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    • Case Studies & Publications
  • Gallery
    • Test 1 – Completed building scenario: Residential, code prescribed solution of noncombustible construction
    • Test 2 – Completed building scenario: Residential, exposed mass timber
    • Test 3 – Construction site fire scenario: Garbage can fire
    • Test 4 – Construction site fire scenario: Large fuel load
    • Test 5 – Completed building scenario: Open office floor plan
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Test 3

Construction site fire scenario: Garbage can fire

Middle compartment on the second storey with exposed mass timber back wall, ceiling, and floor. Fire started in a garbage can to represent a potential course of construction fire scenario.
Fire starting to spread along the ceiling of the compartment. This fire scenario took 20 minutes to develop, allowing for time for workers/occupants to egress or extinguish this smaller fire. (Approximate time after ignition: 21:30 minutes)
Flashover has occurred within the compartment, causing ignition of the exposed mass timber. The compartment fire died down quickly after 1 minute of burning. (Approximate time after ignition: 23:30 minutes)