Information File BIF 17 Sprinklers and healthcare premises
Publication Year
2016
Document Status
Withdrawn
Abstract
Outlines the operation, types of system and benefits of sprinklers in healthcare premises for progressive horizontal evacuation (PHE) methods. Discusses their application, the requirements of British and European standards, the Health Services' Technical memoranda and building regulations.
Document History
First published: BIF 17 Sprinklers and healthcare premises (BAFSA, 2008). Updated June 2016 and August 2020.
Publisher Information
British Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association
Previously known as British Automatic Sprinkler Association, the British Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association is the UK's trade association for the fire sprinkler industry.
PO BOX 28683
Edinburgh
BAFSA
UK
Website: http://www.bafsa.org.uk
Email: info@bafsa.org.uk