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Volumetric modular buildings and fire
A report has been received concerning volumetric modular construction, in the form of permanent stacked modular buildings. The reporter is concerned that the existence of extensive cavities within the compartments, combined with the lack of appropriate care when connecting the modules could lead to the concealed spread of fire and smoke, noting some recent fire events.
16 December 2021
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 1065
Region: CROSS-UK
Construction products- fire test certificates
A reporter has notified CROSS-AUS regarding the potentially inappropriate use of regulatory/compliance fire test methods on certain products. This has led, they say, to the circulation of inaccurate test certificates in the market and possibly the use of these products on buildings where they may not be suitable.
2 August 2022
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 1060
Region: CROSS-AUS
Fire protection to structure by cavity barriers
A reporter is concerned about a potential misconception in the construction industry regarding the role of cavity barriers and the impact their design and installation can have on the structural performance of a building.
20 November 2023
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 1231
Region: CROSS-UK
Change of use to care home
A report has been received relating to the intended change of use of a large building.
6 June 2022
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 1078
Region: CROSS-UK
The stack effect and considerations for smoke control
A reporter believes real-world tests demonstrate that existing smoke control systems may not suitably account for typical winter stack effect conditions.
20 November 2023
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 1250
Region: CROSS-UK
Intumescent paint application
A report has been received regarding issues of detailing by following the relevant advice provided from an intumescent paint supplier.
6 June 2022
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 1113
Region: CROSS-UK
Fire protection to car park steel frame
A reporter is concerned about the fire protection of a steel framed car park above a retail unit.
26 August 2022
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 1007
Region: CROSS-UK
Concern over the quality of a fire safety design submission
A Building Control Officer is disquieted by the quality of a design submission and the respective approach of a fire engineer in assessing structural fire matters.
17 November 2022
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 1029
Region: CROSS-UK
Provision of water for firefighting
A reporter suggests that there is inadequate guidance on firefighting water provision for more complex and larger buildings.
20 November 2023
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 1204
Region: CROSS-UK
Supporting constructions under fire doors and screens
A reporter raised the issue of interpreting test results for understanding the performance of system glazing fire doors and screens in raised access floors or lightweight construction methods.
24 May 2023
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 1181
Region: CROSS-UK
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