A59 -- HVAC Security (SI)
This chapter is intended to be an overview of HVAC security considerations relative to chemical, biological, radiological, and explosive (CBRE) incidents that do not cause major structural damage to a building or its infrastructure. The focus is on CBRE incidents whether occurring by accident (e.g., an industrial spill) or a premeditated occurrence.Chapter Table of ContentsREQUIREMENTS ANALYSISRISK EVALUATIONHVAC SYSTEM SECURITY DESIGNModes of OperationSecurity Design MeasuresMaintenance ManagementCHEMICAL INCIDENTSTypes of Chemical AgentsBIOLOGICAL INCIDENTSRADIOLOGICAL INCIDENTSRadioactive Materials Effects and SourcesRadiological DispersionRadiation MonitoringFacility ResponseEXPLOSIVE INCIDENTSLoading DescriptionDesign ConsiderationsCitation: 2011 ASHRAE Handbook -- HVAC Applications: Chapter 59, HVAC Security