Fire protection solutions manufacturer, Advanced, has published a free e-book that explores fire safety in high-rise residential buildings and how it can be improved.
‘Fire Safety in High-Rise Buildings: BS 8629 and Beyond’ is a resource for fire industry professionals who are facing changing regulations, ever-evolving technologies, and an array of competing options for protecting high-rise residents from fire.
Features of the e-book
The e-book examines the impact of Grenfell upon the fire industry and the reasons for the introduction of the BS 8629 Code of Practice covering evacuation alert systems. It outlines current fire safety options and speculates on developments shaping the future of fire safety in tall residential buildings.
Covering a range of measures, from compartmentation and cladding to fire and sprinkler systems
Covering a range of measures, from compartmentation and cladding to fire and sprinkler systems, the paper also addresses the question of competency. In a chapter, supported by BAFE (British Approvals for Fire Equipment), the importance of robust fire risk assessments, high-quality equipment, and installation by qualified, third-party-certified contractors are explored.
Fire protection solutions
Ken Bullock, Business Development Manager for Evacuation Alert Systems at Advanced, said, “The Advanced team has extensive knowledge and experience built through decades of developing fire protection solutions for sites of all sizes and uses across the world.”
“As a business, our purpose is to create a safer future, so we were keen to share knowledge, spark discussion and contribute to the ongoing debate about how we can best work together to improve fire safety – both now and in years to come.”
