Specification essentials and building regulations on cavity closers and fire cavity barriers

Description

The CPD gives an overview of the principles and functions of cavity closers and fire cavity barriers and their function in construction. It covers the development of cavity closers and the control of fire through examples/cases and their critical importance in the protection of life and property. It covers the legislative background, relevant regulations and standards and introduces issues covered by the Building Safety Bill and upcoming Future Homes/Building Standards. It also discusses the sustainability issues surrounding product usage in limiting heat losses. The CPD then looks at types of closer/barrier and typical details/applications in low, medium and high rise construction, advising on approach to specification