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Information File BIF 14 Fire sprinkler systems in care homes

Publication Year

2007

Document Status

Withdrawn

Abstract

Covers legal obligations for fire safety in care homes and retrofitting of sprinkler systems, including CPVC pipework. Promotes the efficacy of automatic systems. Identifies causes of fires in care homes and explains how sprinklers work. Seeks to dispel the perception that sprinklers cause water damage to property. Discusses cost as well as quality and certification.

Document History

Superseded by: BIF 14 Fire sprinkler systems in care homes. Issue 2 (BAFSA, 2016). Issue 1 dated October 2007.

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