Fire compartmentation divides buildings into protected sections to control the spread of fire and smoke. We inspect, install and maintain compartmentation systems to help ensure buildings remain safe and compliant.
Fire compartmentation is designed to contain fire within a specific area of a building for a set period of time. This slows the spread of flames and smoke, protecting escape routes and giving occupants time to evacuate safely.
Compartmentation systems use fire-rated walls, floors, ceilings and doors to divide buildings into separate sections. When installed and maintained correctly, these systems play a critical role in a building’s overall fire safety strategy.
Fire compartmentation relies on several passive fire protection elements working together.
Compartmentation surveys assess whether fire barriers within a building remain intact
and compliant.
Over time, penetrations, refurbishment works or poor historical installations can compromise these barriers. A professional survey helps identify issues and ensure the building’s fire safety systems continue to perform as intended.
During a compartmentation survey, our team will typically assess:
• Fire rated walls and floors
• Service penetrations and fire stopping
• Fire doors and access points
• Ceiling voids and hidden cavities
• Escape routes and protected corridors
Following the survey, we provide a detailed report outlining the condition of the
building’s compartmentation systems.
This typically includes identified breaches in fire barriers, photographic evidence, and recommendations for any required remedial works to restore fire protection performance.
Compartmentation systems can be compromised over time through new service installations, building alterations or general wear and tear.
Regular surveys help ensure fire barriers remain intact, protecting occupants and supporting compliance with fire safety regulations.
Compartmentation surveys are commonly required across a wide range of buildings, including:
● Commercial offices
● Residential apartment buildings
● Hospitals and healthcare facilities
● Schools and universities
● Public sector buildings
Our team can carry out detailed compartmentation inspections and provide clear recommendations to help ensure your building remains compliant and protected.
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