Fire strategy plans
A fire strategy plan is the foundation of fire safety in any building. It sets out how fire protection measures work together to safeguard occupants, maintain escape routes and support firefighting operations.
Our consultants produce clear, regulator-ready fire strategy plans for:
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New build projects
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Major refurbishments and extensions
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Change-of-use developments
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Legacy and complex buildings requiring updated compliance
Fire engineering
Where standard prescriptive guidance is not suitable, we provide performance-based fire engineering solutions in line with BS 7974. This enables compliance while allowing for design flexibility and cost savings.
Fire engineering can be used to assess evacuation strategies, smoke movement, structural fire resistance, compartmentation and the performance of fire protection systems.
Benefits of fire engineering can include
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Improved building design flexibility
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Enhanced occupant safety
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More efficient use of space
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Support for Building Regulations compliance
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Practical solutions for complex developments
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Potential reductions in construction costs where appropriate
Why it matters
The value of fire strategy and engineering
Approval without rework
A clear fire strategy gives Building Control and the Building Safety Regulator the evidence they need first time, reducing the risk of refusal and late design changes.
Design flexibility
Performance-based analysis allows architects to retain the design intent while still demonstrating an equivalent or better level of safety.
A single reference document
The strategy becomes the reference point for contractors, fire risk assessors and building managers throughout the life of the building.
FAQs
Fire strategy and engineering FAQs
What is a fire strategy plan?
When is a fire strategy plan required?
A fire strategy plan is commonly required during the design and construction stages of a project, particularly for larger or more complex buildings. It may also be needed when carrying out significant refurbishments, extensions or changes to a building’s use. Developers, architects, contractors and building owners often require a fire strategy plan to demonstrate compliance with Building Regulations and support approval from Building Control and other stakeholders.
Who can produce a fire strategy plan?
Fire strategy plans should be prepared by competent fire safety professionals with the knowledge and experience to assess building design, fire risks and regulatory requirements. At J.S.O Fire Safety Consultants, our specialists work closely with developers, architects, contractors and property owners to produce clear, practical and compliant fire strategy plans tailored to the requirements of each project.
What is fire engineering?
Fire engineering is the application of scientific and engineering principles to understand how fire behaves and how buildings can be designed to manage fire risks effectively. It goes beyond prescriptive guidance by using detailed analysis to develop practical and innovative fire safety solutions.
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