5. How do Flame Retardants Function During the Course of a Fire?

Value of Flame Retardant-Containing Materials Explainer Video Series
Pinfa-NA has produced short videos to inform the public of the important role of flame retardant-containing materials in Fire Safety. The new animated video series, named LearnFRmaterials, addresses public fire safety, flame retardant technology and human & environmental health topics. Additional videos will be added to this website during the months ahead. In this video the following topics are discussed: flame retardants function during fire, prevent ignition, slow flame spread, lower heat release during fire, prolong escape time during fire, delayed onset of flashover, flame retardant-containing materials, fire penetration protection and beneficial role of flame retardants