Our experts can help you develop a comprehensive fire safety strategy to meet the specific objectives for your new, altered, or existing building.
Fire Strategies for Every Stage of Your Building's Lifecycle
To minimise fire risks, our expert fire safety engineers develop tailored fire strategies during the construction phase. This comprehensive approach ensures the fire safety strategy is integrated into the design from the start, aligning with the project's goals and the final building requirements.
For new or modified buildings, we work closely with you to craft the optimal fire safety strategy during the design phase. This collaborative process allows us to fully understand your needs and deliver the best solution.
If the building is already operational, we can review the current fire safety measures and inform the fire risk assessment process. This helps align the fire strategy with your organisation's fire safety policies and operational requirements.
Benefits of a Fire Safety Strategy
A fire strategy can prove invaluable for due diligence purposes and where requirements for a strategic approach in managing fire risk need to be considered. It is important that the fire strategy is widely accepted by the ongoing business and that the recommendations are adhered to on a day-to-day basis. A fire safety strategy should include:
- The means of warning and escape
- Likely pathways of internal and external fire spread
- Access and facilities for the fire service
- The fire safety management requirements for the building
Fire Safety During Construction
Fire safety during construction is of the utmost importance. We have extensive experience with the fire safety issues that can arise during construction and can recommend the most cost-effective solutions. During the construction phase, the site is a workplace for many people and – unlike the completed building – the final fire safety systems will not be in place. This can be relevant to all sites but is particularly relevant to high rise buildings and sites that are partially occupied – either due to phased occupation or extensions and renovations of existing sites.
Our Fire Safety Solutions for Construction
During the construction phase, we identify potential fire risks and develop effective solutions to mitigate them. Our approach is based on comprehensive fire safety risk assessments and best practices, aligned with statutory requirements such as the Construction (Health, Safety, and Welfare) Regulations and HSE guidance. Key aspects of fire safety in construction include:
- Incorporating fire safety principles early to avoid costly changes after completion
- Conducting thorough fire safety risk assessments
- Developing phased fire safety strategies for buildings
- Addressing impacts on existing premises where construction may temporarily affect fire safety
- Regularly reviewing fire safety throughout the construction process
Fire Safety Management Plans (FSMP)
Jensen Hughes can assist you in developing a comprehensive Fire Safety Management Plan (FSMP) tailored to your building. The FSMP outlines the fire safety systems installed throughout the property and includes essential information on maintenance, housekeeping, and operational procedures.
As buildings undergo various additions and alterations over time, multiple fire engineering reports and related documents must be considered during maintenance. The FSMP consolidates this information into a single, comprehensive document that summarises all fire safety drawings, measures, and guidance for establishing a maintenance regime for essential fire safety systems. It is a valuable resource for building owners, managers, and occupants, clarifying their roles and responsibilities in upholding the required level of fire safety.
MEET OUR EXPERTS
Masters of Engineering, Fire Engineering, Bachelor of Engineering (Hons), Chemical and Process Engineering, Registered Professional Engineer, Chartered Professional Engineer, NER (Fire Safety), Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland, Fire Safety
International Master of Science in Fire Safety Engineering (Magna cum laude), Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical (Honours), Bachelor of Science, Applied Physics, Member, Society of Fire Protection Engineers (SFPE), Member, Society of Fire Safety
Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical, Graduate Diploma Fire Safety Engineering, C10, Fire Safety Engineering Compliance Accredited, Registered Fire Safety Engineer, Registered Professional Fire Safety Engineer, Chartered Engineer, Member, Institute of Engineers Australia, Member, Society Fire Safety Engineers
