Fire Stopping Penetrations

Experience Reliable Fire Stopping Penetrations Solutions with PROFINISH Fire Protection.

The importance of fire stopping penetrations

Fire stopping penetrations play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and integrity of buildings in the event of a fire. These penetrations, such as service openings for pipes, cables, and ducts, create potential pathways for fire and smoke to spread from one area to another. Effective fire stopping measures are essential to contain the fire within its designated compartment and prevent its rapid spread, allowing occupants to safely evacuate and minimise property damage.

The Building Code of Australia (BCA) mandates specific fire safety standards that buildings must meet, including the appropriate fire resistance of penetrations. Failure to adhere to these regulations can have legal consequences and pose significant risks to life and property. Proper installation and testing of fire stopping systems ensure the integrity of compartmentalisation within a building, which is crucial for limiting the rapid spread of fire and smoke.

A project typically involves three distinct stages: design, build, and documentation. Each stage plays a crucial role in ensuring the effective implementation of fire stopping measures and compliance with the BCA.

Pre-Construction Register

Ensuring Comprehensive Documentation for Fire Stopping Penetrations

The design stage begins with the creation of a Pre Construction Register. Skilled professionals from PROFINISH Fire Protection collaborate with the project team to identify and mark all service trade penetrations on the project. These penetrations are documented and accompanied by test reports for the specified fire stopping products that will be installed. By creating a detailed register, PROFINISH Fire Protection establishes a clear understanding of the scope and requirements for fire stopping penetrations within the project.

Working closely with the Registered Building Surveyor (RBS), PROFINISH supports acceptance and approval of the Building Permit. This involves presenting the documented penetrations and test reports to demonstrate compliance with the Australian building codes. By proactively engaging with the RBS during the design phase, any potential issues or concerns can be addressed early on, reducing the likelihood of delays or rework later in the construction process.

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Download our Pre-Construction Register Excel Template

Discover the power of proactive fire protection planning with our Pre-Construction Register Template. This comprehensive tool streamlines your project’s fire stopping penetrations management, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and peace of mind from the very start.

The Central Register

Streamlining Fire Stopping Penetrations Documentation

The build phase entails the development of a Central Register for the entire project. PROFINISH facilitates the construction of a standardised template that meets the RBS’s approval. This template serves as a live data and project mapping tool, allowing for real-time visibility of the progress of fire stopping penetrations on site. PROFINISH assists the builder in coordinating the services trades to ensure that deadlines are met and provides defect reports to address any non-compliance issues.

By placing a strong emphasis on the design phase, PROFINISH ensures that fire stopping penetrations are proactively managed and documented, reducing the risk of incorrect installations and potential non-compliance. This approach enhances efficiency, streamlines communication with regulatory authorities, and ultimately contributes to the successful completion of the project within the prescribed fire safety standards.

Documentation Phase

Certifying Compliance for Fire Stopping Penetrations

During the documentation phase of our fire stopping penetrations service, PROFINISH Fire Protection takes full control of the certification process to ensure compliance with the Australian building codes and regulations. We understand the critical importance of accurate and comprehensive documentation in demonstrating that the fire stopping penetrations have been installed correctly and will effectively safeguard the building in the event of a fire.

Our dedicated team works closely with the RBS to gain acceptance and approval for the Occupancy Permit. We meticulously review and certify the central register for the project, which includes all relevant information about the fire stopping penetrations.

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Take Control of Fire Safety With PROFINISH Fire Protection

By carefully considering fire stopping penetrations at each stage of the project, from design to build and documentation, stakeholders can ensure that fire safety requirements are met and that the building is adequately protected against the risks of fire. Effective collaboration, adherence to design specifications, and proper documentation are key factors in achieving compliance and enhancing the overall fire safety of the building.
Choose Your Fire Penetration Solution

Option 1

Management & Documentation Solution

Management and certification of all passive fire penetrations throughout your project including a pre-construction register to mark all service trades’ penetrations and a documented register with test reports for the products to be installed.

We work closely with the registered building surveyor (RBS) to gain acceptance and approval of the Building Permit. A central register is created, allowing for visibility of live progress and coordination of services trades. Full certification is provided.

Option 2

Risk-Free, Full Passive Fire Solution

In addition to the services provided in the Management and Documentation Solution, this offer includes complete fire protection for all penetrations by PROFINISH. It guarantees that all penetrations will be protected correctly the first time, assuming full responsibility and risk. PROFINISH provides full certification and warranty for the fire rating of the penetrations.

Certain exclusions apply, such as cast-in collars, lights, power points, caulking walls, ceilings, joins, and doors.

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