Evaluation of Fire Passive Protection System in Housing (Case Study: Tegal Sari II Mandala, Medan)

Abstract

Fire disaster is one of disaster that causes many losses to many parties both material and life losses. As the Indonesian population increases, housing and residence also continue to increase as well. However, limited areas and uneven population growth cause uneven development of housing. Many developments are done without considering the residence comfort and safety, so they are very vulnerable to disaster. Fire passive protection system is one of the building protection from the danger of fires. Tegal Sari II Mandala Medan is one of the densely populated housing area that continues to grow in Medan. As the housing keeps growing, this area needs a fire protection system that meets standards. This study aims to evaluate the effectivity level of passive protection systems in a housing area with a case study in Tegal Sari II Mandala, Medan City. The data analysis method that is used is a descriptive qualitative method by describing the physical data from the residential environment, which is being observed. Then, the collected data is evaluated using the Analytical Hierarchy Process Method. The result of the study designs that are more protective of the danger of fires in the environment and buildings.