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1. Regulatory Framework in the UK Key regulations and guidance In England (and similarly in Wales and Northern Ireland), fire safety of buildings is regulated by Building Regulations 2010 (for new builds and material changes) and the guidance under it. For fire safety, the relevant part is Part B (Fire Safety). The official guidance is given in Approved Document B (Fire Safety) (Volumes 1 for dwellings and 2 for other buildings). Approved Document B sets out requirements such

Sustainability is increasingly at the heart of modern construction in the UK. From low-carbon materials to energy-efficient designs, the drive for greener buildings is reshaping how we construct, operate, and maintain our built environment. But with this shift comes a critical challenge: how to balance sustainability with effective fire safety, particularly in Passive Fire Protection (PFP). The Role of Passive Fire Protection in UK Buildings Passive Fire Protection – includin

Fire safety is often thought of in terms of alarms, extinguishers, and evacuation plans. But a critical component that is more subtle and passive – that many people are unaware of – is fire compartmentation. Fire compartmentation refers to how buildings are divided into fire-resisting sections (compartments) by walls, floors, doors etc., to prevent or slow the spread of fire and smoke. In the UK, this is part of the passive fire protection regime, underpinned by regulation, s

Introduction Passive fire protection (PFP) refers to those building features and materials designed to prevent or slow the spread of fire and smoke without needing activation or human intervention. Examples include fire-resisting walls and floors, fire doors, fire stopping / fire sealing around service penetrations, compartmentation, etc. In the UK, Responsible Persons are legally required to carry out suitable and sufficient fire risk assessments (FRA), under the Regulatory

In the UK, ensuring the integrity of Passive Fire Protection (PFP) such as fire-resistant walls, compartmentation, and fire doors is not just best practice it’s a legal requirement. Central to this is the role of building managers, often acting as the “Responsible Person” under UK fire safety laws. 1. Legal Framework & Responsibilities Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 (FSO 2005), the Responsible Person whether that’s a building manager, owner, landlord, or

Introduction Passive Fire Protection (PFP) forms an essential component of a building’s fire safety strategy. Unlike active fire protection—which includes sprinklers, alarms, extinguishers—passive systems are built into the structure (fire-rated doors, walls, floors, compartmentation, coatings, etc.) and work constantly to limit the spread of fire, heat, and smoke. Under UK law, fire safety duties fall mainly under: The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 (FSO) for mos