BS 9991:2024 Fire safety in the design, management and use of residential buildings - Code of practice
Publication Year
2024
Document Status
Current
Abstract
Provides updated recommendations and guidance for the design, management and use of dwellings, blocks of flats, residential accommodation blocks, specialised housing and care homes. It relates to the means of escape, stairs and exits, active fire protection, mechanical systems for ducted heating, ventilation and air conditioning, ancillary areas, access and facilities for firefighting, management and building works. Annexes cover: evacuation management planning, arson, property protection and business continuity, atria, balconies and terraces, smoke ventilation, firefighter lifts and water, occupier advice, and routine inspection and maintenance.
Document History
Supersedes BS 9991:2015. Came into effect 30 November 2024.
ISBN
9780539157451
Publisher Information
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