Passive Fire Protection in Curtain Wall Facades. Firestopping, Perimeter Seals and Protected Spandrels

Description

Siderise firestopping solutions have been specifically engineered and tested to meet the fire and life safety demands of low, mid and high-rise buildings around the globe. This technical CPD seminar / webinar gives an introduction to fire safety considerations in curtain walling applications. It covers facade fundamentals including definition, functionality and the inherent design challenges where fire safety provision is essential. It highlights the importance of effective compartmentation and how this can be achieved using the right firestopping measures, focusing on the functional performance requirements of firestops, their positioning and the relevant fire test standards. The appropriate test standards are outlined alongside an overview of the different test paths to compliance in the UK relating to regulations, statutory compliance and the Building Safety Act. This CPD also discusses the importance of third-party certification, providing examples of different types of certification for product, environmental performance and industry schemes. 

Finally, the content also considers factors that assist with best practice throughout the design and construction stages, and which can contribute to the Golden Thread of information. These include: detailing and interface reviews, third party and manufacturer provided training, installer competency, site inspections and record keeping. This CPD reinforces the importance of competence, accountability and traceability.