Fire Safety Design of Buildings

This course highlights the design features of buildings that do not require a fire engineered approach in ensuring life safety and property protection. You will gain an understanding in the way in which fire protection systems have been built and the importance of managing them.

Learning outcomes

• An understanding of key concepts in Approved Document B Volume 1 and Volume 2, BS 9991, BS 9999, and the Building Safety Act 2022
• Knowledge of the theory and practical application of the basic principles of constructional fire protection
• Understanding of the need for and benefits of passive and active fire protection
• Awareness of the essential components of BS 476: Parts 20-24 and BS EN equivalents
• Ability to apply fire design criteria to building design
• An understanding of legislation relating to planning, design, construction, and its relationship to post-occupation compliance

Certification

• Fire Protection Association (FPA) Certificate
• 17.5 Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE) CPD hours

Progression

• CFPA Europe Diploma in Fire Prevention Technical Cycle

FPA members receive a 15% discount.

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