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Lessons of Fire Safety From Past Tragedies
Charles N. Lurie argues that factory fire disasters in the United States, notably the Asch building and the Binghamton blaze, reveal inadequate state and national safety laws. He urges fireproof structures, enclosed stairs, automatic alarms, outward opening doors, and strict enforcement to protect workers and prevent panics. The piece cites New Yorks Hoey law and Fire Chief Kentos defense of existing results while warning against overreliance on drills.
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