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Information Paper 5/16 The role of codes, standards and approvals in delivering fire safety
Publication Year
2016
Document Status
Current
Abstract
Identifies key processes for testing and approving fire suppression products and addresses the risks of assuming compatibility between varying codes and standards. Other topics include: the key differences between the types of documentary evidence used to support marketed products and the potential impact of those differences in relation to data traceability and independence and product quality; and, the importance of appropriate system design, installation and maintenance and how to mitigate risks. The target audience for this information paper include specifiers, designers, regulators and manufacturers.
Document History
Published September 2016.
Author
Colwell, S.
ISBN
9781848064614
Publisher Information
BRE
BRE is a building science centre that generates new knowledge through research. This is used to create products, tools and standards that drive positive change across the built environment. BRE helps its government and private sector clients meet the significant environmental, social and economic challenges they face in delivering homes, buildings and communities. BRE is owned by the BRE Trust, a registered charity. The Trust uses the profits made by the BRE companies to fund research and education that advances knowledge of the built environment.
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