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Is a Fire Strategy a Legal Requirement? A
fi re strategy is not an explicitly mandated legal requirement, but is essential for fulfi lling broader fi re
safety obligations and ensuring regulatory compliance. Where buildings are erected or extended, or have undergone material change of use, Regulation 38 of the Building Regulations requires that a package of fi re safety information must be assembled for the responsible person of the premises. A fi re strategy is commonly used as a means for collating and providing that information. Building Control Inspectors now typically require a fi re strategy to be submitted as part of the plans approval or at construction stage, to demonstrate that the design complies with Building Regulations. Changes to the regulatory framework for fi re safety following the 2017 Grenfell Fire tragedy, including the Building Safety Act 2022 and updates to the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, further reinforce this approach. A fi re strategy document reviews all aspects
of a building’s fi re safety features including construction, compartmentation strategy and means of escape. This includes management
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arrangements to ensure it is fi t for use for the end user or intended purpose group. Building Regulations Approved Documents (AD-B) are used predominantly as guidance for achieving the requirements of the Building Regulations. Alternative approaches may be used, including those described in BS 9999, BS9991 2024, or a fi re engineered approach in developing a fi re strategy. The strategy will consider:
Building characteristics & occupancy profi le
Site Location; Building Characteristics; Occupancy Profi le
Specifi c design considerations Rooms with Special Fire Hazards
Titon renews Secured by Design licence for another year
Titon Hardware is proud to announce the renewal of its Secured by Design (SBD) licence for another year. This renewal highlights Titon’s ongoing commitment to providing high-quality, security-focused products that meet the stringent standards set by the offi cial UK Police initiative. Secured by Design, part of the UK Police Service, recognises companies that produce security products capable of deterring and reducing crime. By maintaining its SBD licence, Titon demonstrates that its key security products – Asterion II profi le cylinder, friction hinge range, hinge guards and Overture E window handle – continue to meet the rigorous testing and certifi cation requirements demanded by the scheme. “We are delighted to have renewed our Secured by Design licence once again,” said Robin Gardiner, head of product development for Window & Door Hardware at Titon. “This accreditation refl ects our focus on product quality, innovation, and safety – our customers can be confi dent that Titon products not only perform effi ciently but also provide proven, police- recognised protection.” For more information about Titon’s range, visit the Secured By Design website.
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products.titon.com/hardware Next generation locking system from FUHR offers security and modularity
FUHR’s autosafe 835 multipoint door lock is meeting market demand and has already been incorporated by some of the industry’s leading system houses, thanks to its innovative DuoSecure technology, smooth operation and modularity. “Choosing the right lock for any project is of course important for the security of a building, but locks are now about so much more,” explains Paul Balfe, business development manager for FUHR UK.“Specifi ers need to consider the intended application and the accompanying checklist of requirements, i.e. whether the lock is for an external or internal door; the need for fi re safety and accessibility; the relevant building regulations; and how durable the lock is for the wear and tear it will be subjected to. The autosafe 835 multipoint locking system is a great option for a wide variety of projects because not only does it offer premium levels of security with its innovative DuoSecure technology, but its modularity also offers excellent fl exibility.” The DuoSecure technology utilised in the autosafe 835 automatic door lock means that on closing it is always locked with two latching bolts and two hook bolts.
pbalfe@fuhr.co.uk www.fuhr.co.uk External fi re spread
Overview; External wall materials (combustibility and fi re spread); External Escape Staircases; Cavities
Access and facilities for the fi re service Requirements of Part B5; Fire Responders Access; Provision of Private Hydrants
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Means of warning and escape Evacuation Strategy; Fire
Detection
and
Alarm Call; Escape Routes; Travel Distances; Inner Rooms; Protected Corridors & Dead Ends; Doors; Emergency Lighting; Fire Safety Signage
Internal fi re spread (linings) Overview; Fire Spread and Lining Materials
Internal fi re spread (structure) Overview; Load Bearings Elements of Structure; Fire Compartmentation; Concealed Spaces (Cavities); Protection of Openings and Fire Stopping
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