Planlösning i bostäder som en del av det passiva brandskyddet

Sammanfattning: The aim of this thesis is to investigate the impact of floor plan parameters in a residential dwelling regarding the consequences of fire that may endanger human life and health. The thesis follows a case study methodology and investigates isolated parameters in floor plans using CFD and CFAST modelling. The results are compared to a default case and a conclusion regarding the importance of parameters linked to the floor plan in a multi-family building is made. The results of this thesis supports the claim that a closed floor plan and a higher ceiling height is preferable in regard to fire safety. Also the “most probable fire room” should be separated from the rest of the floor plan. This is connected to the fact that those suffering the highest mortality risk in regards to residential fires are elderly people and it is suggested to consider incorporating the measures proposed in this thesis when constructing residential dwellings specifically intended for elderly people.