Passive Fire Protection for an Essex Property Manager
Summary
A block management company in Essex was advised of fire protection works required at a residential apartment block following a third-party fire safety survey. The survey identified areas where passive fire protection needed urgent attention to ensure the property met UK fire safety legislation. Seeking a trusted contractor to carry out the necessary remedial work, they turned to ExempliBuild for a professional solution.
About the Client
The client, a block management company, is responsible for the safety and compliance of multiple residential properties. Fire safety compliance is a key priority in their role, ensuring that buildings remain legally compliant while offering the highest level of protection for residents.
Challenges
The third-party fire safety survey had identified several passive fire protection failures within the apartment block, requiring urgent remedial action. Issues such as inadequate fire stopping, damaged compartmentation, and unprotected service penetrations posed a serious risk in the event of a fire.
To bring the property up to The Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022, the client needed a specialist fire remediation team to implement effective fire stopping measures, ensuring compliance with UK fire safety laws.
What We Did
After reviewing the third-party survey findings, we provided a detailed quote and scheduled work to address all identified fire protection deficiencies. Our team carried out the following:
Cut back the soffit to allow for effective fire-resistant sealing.
Installed intumescent pipe collars around service penetrations to prevent fire and smoke spread.
Repaired damaged fire stopping within an electrical cupboard to restore compartmentation integrity.
Every step of the process was completed with precision and adherence to fire safety standards, ensuring full compliance while minimising disruption to residents.
Results
Upon completion of the work, the apartment block was left tidy, safe, and fully compliant with The Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022. The block management company was reassured that the property now met legal fire safety requirements, reducing risk and enhancing overall building safety.
Why Choose ExempliBuild?
Whether you’re a block manager, property owner, or landlord, ensuring your property meets passive fire protection standards is essential for both safety and compliance.
At ExempliBuild, we provide specialist fire stopping solutions tailored to your needs. If you’ve received a fire safety survey—whether from our sister company ExempliFire or a third-party assessor—our expert team is ready to assist.
Need fire protection solutions? Get in touch today for a free quote.
