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Passive fire protection requirements in London

Passive fire protection work concerns building features such as fire doors and separation measures. For inspection, remedial work or refurbishment requirements in London, identify the affected areas and discuss the scope with Fire Protection Services London.

Existing doors and separation concerns

A requirement may arise from an assessment finding, a damaged door or concern about an area altered during other building work. Describe the location, the issue already identified and any recommendations recorded.

If several areas are involved, distinguish them in your description. Mention relevant plans, reports and previous work without assuming the same treatment will suit every location.

Refurbishment and proposed alterations

Explain what is changing in the building and which separation measures may be affected. Useful project details include:

  • The rooms or areas involved.
  • The proposed change in layout or use.
  • The fire strategy or assessment records available.
  • The relevant work already specified or arranged.
  • The access restrictions and project programme.

Where the scope remains uncertain, identify the outstanding question in your enquiry.

Historic buildings and project constraints

London Fire Brigade’s historic-building guidance (london-fire.gov.uk) considers construction, compartmentation, escape routes, occupancy and management together. It explains that alterations can compromise separation and that heritage constraints need relevant specialist and conservation input.

Mention any known heritage constraints at the outset. Use the records you already hold to describe the affected features.

Use the contact form to describe the passive protection work needed at your London premises, the affected locations and your preferred timing.