Note for Guidance
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Fire Safety in New, Extended or Altered Buildings
Introduction
Fire Safety in new, extended or altered buildings is the responsibility of the Local Authority who delegates its responsibility to Building Control Department who enforces and administers the Building Regulations. The legislation requires them to consult with the local Fire Service and the Fire Precaution Act, visa versa. The relevant guidance documentation used are Approved Document Part B "Fire Safety" and British Standard 5588. It is important that those dealing with fire safety matters have a working knowledge of this guidance for background information.
Approved Document Part B Fire Safety
The Office of the Prime Minister who is responsible for Building Regulations has provided all the approved documents online and part "B" is available from Approved Document Part B Fire Safety.
British Standard 5588
British Standards are available online but are very expensive however if you locate the principle technical reference library in your area you should be able to study them free of charge. I did and eventually contacted Liverpool Central Library who provided an excellent service.
| Standard Number |
Title |
Status |
Member Price |
Non-Member Price |
| BS 5588-0:1996 | Fire precautions in the design, construction and use of buildings. Guide to fire safety codes of practice for particular premises/applications | Current | £40.00 | £80.00 |
| BS 5588-1:1990 | Fire precautions in the design, construction and use of buildings. Code of practice for residential buildings | Current, Work In Hand | £54.00 | £108.00 |
| BS 5588-4:1998 | Fire precautions in the design, construction and use of buildings. Code of practice for smoke control using pressure differentials | Current, Work In Hand | £63.00 | £126.00 |
| BS 5588-5:1991 | Fire precautions in the design, construction and use of buildings. Code of practice for firefighting stairs and lifts | Current, Work In Hand | £47.00 | £94.00 |
| BS 5588-6:1991 | Fire precautions in the design, construction and use of buildings. Code of practice for places of assembly | Current, Work In Hand | £57.00 | £114.00 |
| BS 5588-7:1997 | Fire precautions in the design, construction and use of buildings. Code of practice for the incorporation of atria in buildings | Current, Work In Hand | £63.00 | £126.00 |
| BS 5588-8:1999 | Fire precautions in the design, construction and use of buildings. Code of practice for means of escape for disabled people | Current, Work In Hand | £40.00 | £80.00 |
| BS 5588-9:1999 | Fire precautions in the design, construction and use of buildings. Code of practice for ventilation and air conditioning ductwork | Current, Work In Hand | £40.00 | £80.00 |
| BS 5588-10:1991 | Fire precautions in the design, construction and use of buildings. Code of practice for shopping complexes | Current, Work In Hand | £57.00 | £114.00 |
| BS 5588-11:1997 | Fire precautions in the design, construction and use of buildings. Code of practice for shops, offices, industrial, storage and other similar buildings | Current, Work In Hand | £69.00 | £138.00 |
This handout provides a general overview and basic information on this topic. It may not apply to everyone, consequently to find out if this guide applies to you and to get more information on this subject, study all the relevant legislation, guides and British/European Standards. Also you should seek advice from an expert on the subject or your local Fire Safety Officer or Fire Safety Professional.
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