Government departments are pouring over technical data and preparing new directives, trade bodies are examining every aspect of potential market implications. No, this is not another missive on BREXIT, but the reality of the changing world concerning Fire Doors and related risk critical products. Change is in the air and everyone should be aware of the urgent need to specify truly compliant products that play a significant role in the process of safety.
Following the tragic events of the Grenfell disaster in 2017, a greater understanding began to emerge regarding the lack of a holistic approach to fire safety and the evident shortcomings of custom and practice, where the cheapest solution took precedence over properly certified and tested fire safe product solutions, such as fire doors and fire door assemblies.
The recently published document Building a Safer Future, commits the government to a programme of reform which includes:
* The implementation of the Hackitt recommendations
* Create a more effective regulatory and accountability framework
* The introduction of clearer standards and guidance
* A vision to create a culture change
The result of these actions will mean tougher sanctions for those who disregard residents’ safety, and more rigorous standards.
Continue reading Change is in the air at SPECIFIER REVIEW.
source https://specifierreview.com/2019/02/06/vicaima-fire-doors-2/
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