Siderise Group

This CPD looks at some of the common external wall types, key functions a ventilated façade; the UK regulatory requirements for fire protection within this facade type including the latest changes regarding fire classifications. It looks at functional performance of cavity barriers, suitable applications and important principles, testing and certification, routes to compliance when installing the cavity barrier component into the façade system. It also puts forward some typical problematic areas and how to overcome them early in the design stage as well as an installation overview.

Siderise firestopping solutions have been specifically engineered and tested to meet the fire and life safety demands of low, mid and high-rise buildings around the globe. This technical CPD seminar / webinar gives an introduction to fire safety considerations in curtain walling applications. It covers facade fundamentals including definition, functionality and the inherent design challenges where fire safety provision is essential. It highlights the importance of effective compartmentation and how this can be achieved using the right firestopping measures, focusing on the functional performance requirements of firestops, their positioning and the relevant fire test standards. The appropriate test standards are outlined alongside an overview of the different test paths to compliance in the UK relating to regulations, statutory compliance and the Building Safety Act. This CPD also discusses the importance of third-party certification, providing examples of different types of certification for product, environmental performance and industry schemes. Finally, the content also considers factors that assist with best practice throughout the design and construction stages, and which can contribute to the Golden Thread of information. These include: detailing and interface reviews, third party and manufacturer provided training, installer competency, site inspections and record keeping. This CPD reinforces the importance of competence, accountability and traceability.