They are mainly focused on residential buildings and in particular domestic multi-residential buildings, to provide assurance and additional safety measures to residents. Some amendments are aimed at assisting the Fire and Rescue Service to ensure they can provide an effective operational response. The intended effect of the proposals is to reduce the consequences of fire by saving lives and preventing injuries.

The FIA will be holding a Special Interest Group on the 19^th of September to respond to the consultation which can be found here.

Any members wishing to attend please contact Will Lloyd FIA Technical Manager via email at [email protected].

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