This week there has been a case of a fire hitting a £750m regeneration scheme in Reading; thick smoke was seen rising from the high-rise construction site, which highlights that fires do still occur during the build phase. Principle contractors and building managers must always ensure good compliance during the construction phase, creating a safe site and protecting the asset. Examples of good practice on site include correctly installing compliant temporary fire doors and barriers.

Passive Fire Protection (PFP) plays a vital and increasingly significant role in any fire safety strategy, safeguarding people and limiting damage to buildings from fire and smoke. Passive fire protection is extremely important even during construction stages; therefore, any fire protection system should be considered in the earliest design stages to ensure it works effectively.

There is no doubt that building safety must be the highest priority. By taking the time to understand the importance of passive fire protection and finding the right solutions, building managers and owners are taking the correct steps in ensuring buildings are compliant and occupants are safe.

https://www.constructionenquirer.com/2023/07/07/fire-hits-750m-reading-regeneration-scheme/