BS 8629 is the code of practice for the design, installation, commissioning and maintenance of evacuation alert systems for use by fire and rescue services in buildings containing flats. This code of practice is mandated in Scotland and England for new build blocks of flats. This CPD gives an overview of the main clauses. It covers the scope and definitions of BS 8629 and explains how to divide the building into evacuation alert zones, where to site the devices, the requirements for evacuation alert control and indicating equipment, the responsibilities of the installer, and how to commission and hand over the system.

British manufacturer TBA FIREFLY’s CPD is a must for architects, contractors, specifiers and installers. This RIBA approved CPD explores passive fire protection and the importance of flexible fire barriers. There is particular focus and guidance on maintaining compliance around pipework, ducts and other penetrations, with solutions for complex areas.

The Presentation will cover: Primary functionality of vapour permeable and airtightness membranes; Building regulations and material requirements; Design considerations when using membranes in higher risk buildings; DuPont™ Tyvek® and Airguard® product solutions.

Fire doorsets are vital to a building’s fire safety strategy. Like any part of that strategy, the doorsets depend on being installed and maintained correctly to deliver their intended performance. This one-hour RIBA accredited seminar covers 4 key things that you should look for when using fire doorsets in your projects.

This CPD has been developed to provide greater klnowledge of the A-Z of essential principles that are defined within the RISCAuthority Design Guide for the Fire Protection of Buildings. The essential principles are of vital importance and should be considered in detail by building designers, fire engineers, consultants, occupiers or building owners.