The underlying sketch shows a detailed vertical section through a pressure -plate captured glass-aluminum curtain wall. Identify the fire containment assembly in the sketch, its purpose and what it consists of.
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The fire-containment assembly consists of: (i) a fire -containment cover over the entire spandrel area of curtain
wall. The cover isolates the curtain wall from the building's structural frame (ii) pressure-fitted mineral wool
between the containment cover and the spandrel beam, and (iii) liquid fire-rated sealant over mineral wool, (see
page 834 of the book).
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If refrigerant from an air-conditioning system contacts your skin or eyes it will _____ them.
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Technician A says as an employee your obligation is to be a loyal, caring individual, and have the ability to follow directions. Technician B says that you are not entitled to a clean, safe place to work. Who is correct?
A. Technician A only B. Technician B only C. Both A and B D. Neither A nor B