Akademik Veri Yönetim Sistemi
4. th International Civil Engineering & Architecture Conference, Trabzon, Türkiye, 17 - 19 Mayıs 2025, ss.902-912, (Tam Metin Bildiri)
Historical buildings refer to buildings located within conservation areas designated by local and international institutions or within traditional contexts, possessing significant architectural or historical value. These buildings represent the cultural and architectural heritage of humanity and serve as key symbols shaping the identities of societies. However, these valuable assets are exposed to both natural and human-induced threats. Among these, fires stand out as one of the most devastating events capable of destroying such buildings. Fires often cause not only significant material losses but also the loss of cultural heritage.The impact of fires on historical buildings is not limited to material losses. These buildings are often living witnesses of history, art, and culture. The destruction of historical buildings in fires harms the shared heritage of societies and humanity. Analyzing past fire incidents involving historical buildings reveals that these buildings, due to the lack of widespread fire engineering and inspection practices during their construction periods, are particularly vulnerable to fire because of their construction systems and material choices. Various Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) methods are used to evaluate the fire resistance of these buildings in their current state. However, historical buildings require a distinct assessment method due to their unique characteristics. In this context, the study analyzes existing FRA methods, discusses the factors that should be considered for risk assessment specific to historical buildings, and highlights the strengths and/or shortcomings of these methods in comparison to one another.