CPD: Passive Fire Protection for Structural Steel

Overview

As our cities grow taller and our buildings more ambitious, steel frame construction is becoming an increasingly important construction method – and one that poses a range of fire protection considerations to support safety and avoid structural collapse in the event of a fire.

This CPD focuses on providing an understanding of the key considerations for insulating structural steel members, and how choosing the right insulation solutions can extend fire protection periods and simplify building regulation compliance.

Learning module

Fire protection periods are essential for giving building occupants time to safely exit and emergency services time to gain safe access in the event of a fire. As structural steel wholly or partially takes on the load bearing requirement in a building, it is critical that structural steel sections maintain their stability and integrity for as long as possible.