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Passive Fire Protection (PFP), fire protection surveys, and associated topics often aren’t widely understood – and we’re determined to change that! On this page, you’ll find all manner of blogs, articles, news, industry insight and other content to ensure you know your compartmentation from your breach fixes, your surveys from your certification, and your fire protection design from your fire exit strategy – and much more besides.
View Why you need a fire protection specialist – and sooner rather than later

Why you need a fire protection specialist – and sooner rather than later

Fire protection in commercial properties is a highly specialised discipline, requiring legally compliant and certified experts. At CFP, we are fully accredited to deliver comprehensive fire protection at every stage of a building’s life cycle – ensuring fire safety and saving you time and money.

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View Fire prevention: what you need to know

Fire prevention: what you need to know

When it comes to safeguarding a building from the devastating effects of fire, a well-developed fire strategy is crucial. At CFP, we specialise in developing and implementing comprehensive fire strategies tailored to the unique needs of each building

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View Understanding the Importance of a Comprehensive Fire Strategy

Understanding the Importance of a Comprehensive Fire Strategy

When it comes to safeguarding a building from the devastating effects of fire, a well-developed fire strategy is crucial. At CFP, we specialise in developing and implementing comprehensive fire strategies tailored to the unique needs of each building

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View The Critical Role of Fire Doors in Your Building’s Safety

The Critical Role of Fire Doors in Your Building’s Safety

The law requires that fire doors in commercial properties must be inspected at least every six months. Failure to comply not only puts your property and occupants at risk but also leaves you vulnerable to legal penalties. At CFP, we can help.

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View Small changes, big impact: is your building still fire safety-compliant?

Small changes, big impact: is your building still fire safety-compliant?

Fire Risk Assessments (FRAs) are legally required for commercial buildings and are not a one-off exercise. Changes to a commercial building’s layout, use, and even fixtures and fittings can cause an existing FRA to become outdated and non-compliant.

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View Recent changes to fire safety laws: what they are, and why you need to take action

Recent changes to fire safety laws: what they are, and why you need to take action

Since October 2023, we’ve seen a raft of changes and improvements to fire safety legislation, and if you’re a commercial building owner or manager you absolutely need to be on top of them – and take corrective action if necessary to ensure your building remains compliant.

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View Fire Risk Assessments – what they involve and how to calculate the cost

Fire Risk Assessments – what they involve and how to calculate the cost

The law is pretty strict when it comes to Fire Risk Assessments (FRAs). If you own or are responsible for a non-domestic or commercial building, that building must have a recent, valid FRA that has been passed as compliant by an individual competent in the fire safety field.

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View British Standards and your Fire Strategy – what you need to know

British Standards and your Fire Strategy – what you need to know

Fire Risk Assessments (FRAs) are legally required for commercial buildings and rely on a robust Fire Strategy. British Standards, particularly PAS 911 and BS 9999, guide the development of effective Fire Strategies. Commercial Fire Protection ensures compliance through qualified specialists, aiding in the creation of fire strategies that meet regulatory requirements and enhance safety for occupants and properties.

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