Assessment of Active and Passive Fire Protection System in Selected Commercial Buildings in Barangay San Isidro, Zaragoza, Nueva Ecija, Philippines
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This study assessed the availability, physical condition, and compliance of active and passive fire protection systems in selected commercial buildings in Barangay San Isidro, Zaragoza, Nueva Ecija. The study utilized a descriptive research design through field observation and on-site inspection using a structured checklist based on the provisions of the 2019 Revised Implementing Rules and Regulations of Republic Act No. 9514 or the Fire Code of the Philippines. A total of 31 commercial buildings participated in the study. Frequency count, percentage distribution, weighted mean, and composite mean were used in analyzing the gathered data. Findings revealed that fire extinguishers and compartmentation systems had the highest availability among the assessed establishments, while automatic sprinkler systems and fire doors showed limited availability. Most installed fire protection systems were found to be in excellent physical condition. Compliance assessment results indicated that smoke detectors, compartmentation systems, and exit signages were generally highly compliant, while fire extinguishers, fire doors, and means of egress systems showed areas requiring improvement, particularly in accessibility and design-related requirements. The study concluded that although existing fire protection systems are generally well-maintained and compliant, the limited availability of advanced fire safety systems affects the overall fire safety condition of the selected commercial buildings.
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