Supporting Safer Learning with Proven Fire Protection in Schools, Colleges, and Universities
Fire safety in education goes far beyond fire drills.
Educational buildings can have thousands of people inside them at any given time. So with the stakes being so high, a full passive fire strategy, and fire stopping works are needed to protect students, staff and any visitors.
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Importance of fire doors in educational buildings
Fire doors in educational buildings often require additional features than regular fire doors.
A common point of difference is the addition of automatic closers to doors. The reason for this is fairly straightforward, teenagers and young people are far more likely to leave fire doors open than older adults, and in fire protection there is no room for error.
In classrooms this can vary - to accommodate every day use - but on escape routes, it’s essential. This is because, leaving fire doors open, effectively renders the fire doors dysfunctional, as fire and smoke will be able to pass through any gaps that are left open.
Understanding fire risks in educational settings
Colleges and universities house various facilities, from science labs to cafeterias, each presenting unique fire risks.
There’s also a high student density, with many teachers, plus an often forgotten aspect of fire protection in educational settings - the visitors.
People come and go from colleges and universities all the time, from trades people, to parents - and this presents further complexities for fire safety. As these people also need to be accounted for in the event of a fire, causing further headaches for any buildings responsible person.
Due to how catastrophic things can be when fire occurs in schools or colleges, we often recommend a fire risk assessment, which allows for targeted safety measures to be put into place, stopping incidents before they happen.
Keep your university or college compliant with Pre-Planned Maintenance (PPM)
Our PPM packages give educational institutions a better way to manage fire door compliance. With regular servicing, you stay ahead of compliance - while protecting your budget from avoidable surprises.
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Protect your budget from surprises
Our scheduled approach means fewer emergencies and better forecasting
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Catch issues before they escalate
We resolve minor issues before they cause compliance failures
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Reduce long term repair costs
Regular maintenance reduces the need for major replacements
