Fire Prevention in the Motion Picture Industry

Henry Anderson

After pointing out briefly the functions of the Conservation Department of the Motion Picture Producers & Distributors of America, Inc., in relation to the fire hazards in the motion picture industry, a résumé is given showing the exceptional record of the industry with regard to film fires since 1928, despite the inflammable nature of the materials used by the industry. — The various types of fire extinguishers and other fire fighting equipment in use are described and their most suitable applications explained. Methods of preventing and fighting fires in studios, laboratories, exchanges, and theaters are discussed at some length.

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Published
1936-12
Content type
Original Research
DOI
10.5594/J08602