54 SAFETY & SECURITY; STRUCTURAL ELEMENTS
Beyond this, the construction industry needs to learn from other industries, such as automotive and aviation, which focus on a ‘checklist’ approach to reduce harm to passengers. If people rely on memory, mistakes happen and the simple action of checking off points can stop fire planning elements being missed. With a third of architects saying their
current employer doesn’t spend enough on fire protection training, there’s clearly an opportunity for the construc- tion and manufacturing sectors to step into the breach, and help fund such training.
when it comes to fire basics – which is worrying to say the least. Architects, their employers and the professional bodies need to invest in ensuring this vital knowledge is fully distributed, absorbed and practiced.
THE TRADITIONAL APPROACH NEEDS TO CHANGE Construction projects are incredibly complex, involving a myriad of
decisions. Each choice has a knock-on effect and there can be unforeseen results when a systematic approach to fire protection isn’t adopted. While architects know that a methodi- cal way is best, there’s clearly some scepticism as to how achievable this is. There is still more to be done by manufacturers and architectural bodies to ensure that best practice is fully estab- lished and followed.
Beyond this, we need to look to the latest in communications theory and understanding decision making to ensure that fire communications are presented in a way that sticks, and use ‘nudge theory’ to ensure that it’s easier to do the right thing. Only when fire protection is taken with the extreme seriousness it deserves can we start looking at new approaches to construction that reinforce a build- ing’s primary role: keeping people safe and secure.
Ian King is chief commercial officer of Zeroignition
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Simpson Strong-Tie introduces their all-new catalogue
Construction connector manufacturer Simpson Strong-Tie has released their all-new 2020 catalogue; a comprehensive product guide which showcases the company’s most recent innovations and product line extensions. Alongside the UK’s largest collection of connectors for timber and masonry construction, sit numerous new products, including the GPC, Gable Panel Connector, a high movement timber frame tie, decorative and a heavy duty post bases, an adjustable mini hanger, purlin anchor, twisted restraint strap and a 4mm reinforced angle bracket. The catalogue also contains comprehensive technical data, performance characteristics, safe working loads, plus easy to follow installation instructions. Available now in print on request, and online in the Resources/Literature section of the Simpson Strong-Tie website.
01827 255 600
www.strongtie.co.uk WWW.HBDONLINE.CO.UK
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