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What is the ruling on having slider doors with twist/thumb lock openings as exit doors?

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04 April 2024

A selection of articles are produced exclusively for FPA members and focus on frequently asked technical questions for members to refer to.

Should powered doors de-energise upon activation of the fire alarm?

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04 April 2024

A selection of articles are produced exclusively for FPA members and focus on frequently asked technical questions for members to refer to.

What is the guidance on classing the internal storeys of a premises?

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04 April 2024

A selection of articles are produced exclusively for FPA members and focus on frequently asked technical questions for members to refer to.

What is a personal emergency evacuation plan?

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04 April 2024

This advice and guidance article covers personal emergency evacuation plans (PEEPs), what the purpose of them is, why they might be needed, what they should contain, and who is responsible for completing them.

Do landlords have to provide a fire risk assessment?

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26 March 2024

This advice and guidance article covers what a fire risk assessment is, whether landlords have to provide a fire risk assessment for the properties they manage, and what your responsibilities are as a landlord in regard to fire safety.

Is a fire risk assessment a legal requirement?

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26 March 2024

This advice and guidance article covers whether a fire risk assessment is a legal requirement, whether the findings of a fire risk assessment should be recorded, and how often a fire risk assessment should be reviewed

Could you please clarify the requirements regarding flat entrance doors regarding the new regulations?

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05 March 2024

A selection of articles are produced exclusively for FPA members and focus on frequently asked technical questions for members to refer to.

What would be the best fire extinguishers for a swimming pool plant room's?

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05 March 2024

A selection of articles are produced exclusively for FPA members and focus on frequently asked technical questions for members to refer to.

What passive fire protection measures and materials do you recommend for achieving a minimum of 30 minutes of fire resistance for a cable penetration in a timber joist floor with 18-millimeter plasterboard?

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05 March 2024

A selection of articles are produced exclusively for FPA members and focus on frequently asked technical questions for members to refer to.

Do you have information on the new requirements the Fire Safety Regulations 2022 regarding fire doors?

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05 March 2024

A selection of articles are produced exclusively for FPA members and focus on frequently asked technical questions for members to refer to.

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