New Sprinkler Guide for Responsible Persons Released

Following the introduction of the Building Safety Act 2022, the British Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association (BAFSA) has released new guidance aimed at helping responsible persons and duty holders of sprinkler-protected buildings. The guidance, ‘Sprinkler Protected Buildings: A Guide for Responsible Persons and Duty Holders,’ serves as a resource for understanding, installing, and maintaining automatic fire sprinkler systems.

Among the main points covered are the importance of using third-party certified systems and installers, maintenance practices for fire suppression systems, and individual regulatory requirements for residential, domestic, industrial, and commercial systems. The guide also includes specialised guidance on water mist systems, what to do in the event of a non-operational fire suppression system, and how to minimise water damage.

Recent policy updates from the government, including mandated sprinklers for new care homes, highlight the importance of understanding fire suppression requirements.

Overall, the use of automatic sprinklers is critical in saving lives and reducing property damage, and guidance will be valuable to anyone responsible for building safety.

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