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One of the FPA's technical experts answers a member's query about calculating capacity numbers for multiple exit doors

One of the FPA's technical experts answers a member's query about fire risk assessor competency and BS 8674

One of the FPA's technical experts answers a member's query about fire safety at a special education needs establishment

One of the FPA's technical experts answers a member's query about the current guidance that is available on retail shops for vapes

One of the FPA's technical experts answers a member's query about how often a fire risk assessment review needs to be carried out

One of the FPA's technical experts answers a member's query about sprinkler requirements and appropriate sprinkler systems for entertainment...

One of the FPA's technical experts answers a member's query about safety considerations for evacuating a smoke-filled area

One of the FPA's technical experts answers a member's query about fire extinguisher requirements for a phone retail, repair, and maintenance...

One of the FPA's technical experts answers a member's query about firestopping requirements for older buildings

One of the FPA's technical experts answers a member's query about validating fire risk assessments for care homes

One of the FPA's technical experts answers a member's query about BS 5839-1 2017 recommendations for void protection in escape routes

One of the FPA's technical experts answers a member's query about the use of self-closing devices on fire doors, specifically chain-style...

One of the FPA's technical experts answers a member's query about maintenance requirements for dry riser and sprinkler inspections

One of the FPA's technical experts answers a member's query about calculating the occupancy numbers for a scout hall based on existing...

One of the FPA's technical experts answers a member's query about suitable and sufficient fire risk assessments for non-residential...

One of the FPA's technical experts answers a member's query about natural ventilation in the evacuation lift lobby of a new residential care...

One of the FPA's technical experts answers a member's query about the specification of FD30S doors and compliance with BS 8214

One of the FPA's technical experts answers a member's query about using a town’s main water supplies for a sprinkler system at a retail...

One of the FPA's technical experts answers a member's query about fire-resistance glass requirements in a care home

One of the FPA's technical experts answers a member's query about conducting a type 1 fire risk assessment in an apartment block

One of the FPA's technical experts answers a member's query about the distance between fire door sets in hotel corridors

One of the FPA's technical experts answers a member's query about the warranty and annual service requirements of new fire extinguishers

One of the FPA's technical experts answers a member's query about carrying out DSEAR assessments on LPG cylinders in school settings

One of the FPA's technical experts answers a member's query about fire safety sticks versus 'traditional' portable fire...

One of the FPA's technical experts answers a member's query about using plastic or metal fire door safety signage

One of the FPA's technical experts answers a member's query about using a FIRAS-accredited contractor to certify replacement fire doors

One of the FPA's technical experts answers a member's query regarding the installation of steel fire doors

One of the FPA's technical experts answers a member's query about nominal fire doors in existing higher-risk buildings 

One of the FPA's technical experts answers a member's query about maintaining the integrity of a fire-rated internal wall when mounting...

One of the FPA's technical experts answers a member's query about automatic fire detection and sprinkler coverage in high-rise office blocks

"We own a significant number of properties with sprinkler systems designed to BS 9251. The system has been designed to operate with two...

"Can you please advise if we need to put a renewal date on the fire risk assessment (FRA), and if yes when should that be?"

"Following a recent survey, we found that the isolation valve and main drain valve have been painted to match the ceiling of the unit being...

"The council are selling a leasehold property under the Right to Buy Scheme. The property contains two flats, one on the ground floor and...

"I have been asked to complete fire risk assessments for several sites in England, one in Scotland and one in the Republic of Ireland. Do...

" I am writing to seek clarification regarding a claim made by a portfolio landlord that RICS and BAFE has advised her that Fire Risk...

"Is there any clear guidance you can steer me towards relating to the frequency of periodic inspections and maintenance of fixed solar...

"I have been asked the question if battery backup units - lithium (BBUs) can be stored in a warehouse without sprinklers. Is there any...

"I have an underground sprinkler system that is showing signs of corrosion. From looking at the records online, the system could be over 25...

One of the FPA's technical experts answers a member's query about fire extinguishers for EV chargers

One of the FPA's technical experts answers a member's query about installing new intumescent and cold smoke seals

"In a block of flats converted into 28 separate holiday rental flats, is there a requirement for fire risk assessment within each flat,...

"A quick enquiry about BS 5839:1 and the need for care homes to have their automatic fire detection (AFD) remotely monitored. Whilst a...

One of the FPA's technical experts answers a member's query about fire blankets not showing the British Standards code

One of the FPA's technical experts answers a member's query about watermist system requirements in flats

One of the FPA's technical experts answers a member's query about the size requirements for a fire door glazed vision panel

One of the FPA's technical experts answers a member's query about the requirements for vents in fire doors