NFIRS 5.0 Element: ‘Building Length’
Définition : The length of the main floor in square feet. This is an estimate.
Purpose : Main floor size, combined with other structural characteristics, is useful for evaluating firefighting operations and the need to allocate resources based on size and complexity of structures. It also helps in understanding the potential life and property at risk
Entry : Enter the length of the main floor in the area using length-by-width measurements (in feet). Do not enter both the total square footage of the main floor and the length-by-width dimensions.
Element Specification
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Requirement | Optional |
| Maximum Length | 4 |
| Element Type | Numeric – Integer numbers (no decimal points). If the user has not provided information, an empty field should be transmitted. All integer values are assumed to be positive. Any fields which allow a negative integer value have been denoted with ‘+ or –’ in the comment field. Negative numbers should be transmitted with the minus sign preceding the digits. – Maximum length 4 characters |
Topic: NFIRS
Last Updated on March 25, 2023