Fire Risk Assessment Network Blog

External wall fire safety has become a critical issue for multi-occupied residential buildings following changes in lender requirements and government guidance. External wall systems, including cladding, balconies, insulation, and fixings, can significantly influence a building’s fire risk profile. An EWS1 (External Wall System) Fire Review Survey provides a structured assessment of external wall fire risk Read more »

Cladding inspection services play a critical role in identifying and managing fire risk in buildings with external wall systems, particularly where cladding, insulation, and façade construction may influence fire spread or regulatory compliance. External cladding, insulation, fixings, and cavity barriers can significantly affect how fire spreads in multi-storey and multi-occupied buildings. At Fire Risk Assessment Read more »