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Nemco utilities Fire Risk Assesment Service at Construction Sites
The growing incidents of fire accidents have raised concern over safety issues in construction sites. The London Assembly has urged installation of sprinkler in the construction sites to reduce risks.
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29/01/2011
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
The issue of fire safety on construction sites was brought sharply into focus by the recent fire in Shanghai which led to the deaths of 53 people, with a further 90 being injured. In this instance the scaffold was made of bamboo and covered in nylon sheeting, both of which helped the fire to spread. More specifically in the UK, a number of large fires have highlighted the risks posed from timber frame construction sites which, according to the London Assembly, require ‘urgent action to address a crisis of confidence’.
A number of fire brigades have noted increasing numbers of fires related to timber frame buildings, which now account for nearly one in four new builds. Increasing environmental pressures have been the principal driver for the increased usage with timber offering much improved energy efficiency and sustainability credentials. However, when a timber frame building catches fire it is the structure of the building that burns, often leading to total building collapse.
There are thousands of fires every year on construction sites, although a lot are due to arson, and it is well documented that unfinished structures are more at risk than completed buildings. In light of the increasing numbers, the HSE issued some updated guidance pertaining to construction sites which include some extra precautions needed for timber frame sites.
The London Assembly has called for an immediate review of legislation relating to timber frame construction sites and even suggested that temporary sprinkler systems be installed during the construction phase. Either way, it is essential that fire risk is considered at every stage of the build and external advice requested where necessary.
For more information, please visit our website at www.nemco-utilities.co.uk or call on 01284 724 503.
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Suffolk
IP32 7EA
Telephone: 012-847-24503
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Email: info@nemco-utilities.co.uk
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Nemco utilities are 10 years of experience in building risk management consultancy, specialising in assesment organisations risk associated with fire, air quality and waterborne pathogens including those responsible for causing Legionnaires’ disease.
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