Assessing existing cladding systems in buildings of more than six storeys, or more than 18m in height
Publication Year
2017
Document Status
Current
Abstract
Recommendations for the assessment of outer cladding of wall construction with a drained and/or ventilated cavity. Relative to fire safety assessments carried out on existing buildings of more than six storeys, or more than 18m in height. The guidance excludes curtain wall constructions, external wall insulation systems, or walls consisting of a sandwich panel, supported from a structural frame.
Document History
Fire safety guidance note 01 of 2017.
Publisher Information
Department of Housing, Planning, and Local Government
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