Modern buildings are more complex and ambitious than ever before. Architects, developers, and contractors often face challenges where standard guidance in Approved Document B is too restrictive or impractical. This is where fire engineering design services play a vital role.
At J.S.O Fire Safety Consultants, we provide fire engineering solutions across Sheffield, Yorkshire, and the UK. Our team combines regulatory knowledge with technical expertise in BS 7974 performance-based design to deliver safe, compliant, and innovative buildings.
What is fire engineering design?
Fire engineering applies scientific principles and engineering analysis to fire safety problems. Instead of relying solely on prescriptive codes, it uses tools such as Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) modelling, evacuation modelling, and structural fire analysis to justify alternative design solutions.
Our fire engineering services
We support clients with:
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Fire strategy plans that integrate performance-based solutions
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CFD modelling to analyse smoke movement, evacuation times, and ventilation systems
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Structural fire engineering, including fire resistance calculations for steel, timber, and concrete structures
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Evacuation modelling for complex layouts and high-occupancy buildings
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Smoke control and pressurisation system design
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Justification reports for Building Control to support alternative design approaches
Sectors we work in
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High-rise residential and commercial towers
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Healthcare and hospital buildings
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Schools, universities, and research facilities
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Sports venues and arenas
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Industrial warehouses and logistics hubs
Benefits of fire engineering design
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Greater design flexibility without compromising safety
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Cost savings by avoiding unnecessary over-specification
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Evidence-based compliance with BS 7974 and Building Regulations
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Faster approvals by providing regulator-ready technical reports
Case example
On recent projects, we have used CFD modelling to optimise smoke control strategies in atriums and evacuation modelling to confirm safe egress in care homes where mobility-impaired residents required longer escape times. These solutions provided compliance while maintaining practicality and cost efficiency.
Conclusion
Fire engineering design unlocks opportunities for modern construction while ensuring that safety and compliance remain paramount. J.S.O Fire Safety Consultants deliver practical, evidence-based solutions that help clients achieve safe, compliant, and cost-effective buildings.
