Example of Hidden Fire Compartmentation Risks
Example of Hidden Fire Compartmentation Risks Non-conforming fire safety issues are not always obvious. In many commercial buildings, some of the most serious risks are hidden behind ceilings, inside riser cupboards, above corridor doors, and around service penetrations. During a recent fire compartmentation project carried out by Meritas, a large number of non-conforming issues were […]
Fire Safety Failures Discovered Across a Multi-Storey Building
Fire Safety Failures Discovered Across a Multi-Storey Building Fire compartmentation is one of the most important, and most overlooked, elements of building fire safety. When fire compartments fail, smoke and flames can spread rapidly through escape routes, riser cupboards, service voids and communal areas, putting lives at risk and compromising evacuation procedures. A recent project […]
Active Fire Protection Methods: How They Work and Why They Matter
Active Fire Protection Methods: How They Work and Why They Matter Fire safety is often discussed in terms of prevention, reducing risk, eliminating hazards, and ensuring compliance. But what happens when a fire actually breaks out? This is where active fire protection becomes critical. Unlike passive measures (such as fire doors or fire-resistant walls), active […]
Are Your Fire Dampers & Active Systems BS 9999 and Approved Document B Compliant?
Are Your Fire Dampers & Active Systems BS 9999 and Approved Document B Compliant? Fire damper compliance and active fire system maintenance are critical to meeting UK fire safety legislation. Yet many commercial, residential, healthcare, and educational buildings remain non-compliant with BS 9999:2017 and Approved Document B. If you are a Responsible Person, building owner, […]
Navigating Open-Plan Design: Why the Modern Fire Curtain is Essential
Navigating Open-Plan Design: Why the Modern Fire Curtain is Essential Modern architecture is leaning into the light. From soaring glass atriums in transport hubs to expansive, open-plan shopping centres, the aesthetic trend is clear: remove the walls. However, these beautiful, open spaces create a significant challenge for traditional fire safety, which usually relies on solid […]
Active Fire Protection Fire Dampers – Your First Line of Defence
Active Fire Protection Fire Dampers: Your First Line of Defence At Meritas, we often find ourselves explaining that the most critical components of a building’s safety strategy are usually the ones that occupants never see. While the general public is well-acquainted with the sight of fire extinguishers or the sound of a fire alarm, there […]
The Art of Compartmentation – Essential Strategies for Fire Safety in Buildings
The Art of Compartmentation: Essential Strategies for Fire Safety in Buildings Fire safety in buildings is often judged by what people can see: fire alarms, emergency lighting, extinguishers, and evacuation signage. Yet some of the most critical life-safety measures are entirely hidden from view. Fire compartmentation, a fundamental element of Passive Fire Protection (PFP), works […]
What Are Fire Dampers – A Beginner’s Guide to Passive Fire Protection
What Are Fire Dampers? A Beginner’s Guide to Passive Fire Protection When people think about fire safety, they often picture alarms sounding, sprinklers activating, or fire doors closing. Yet some of the most important fire safety measures in a building are completely hidden from view. Fire dampers are one of these unsung components, forming a […]
