FIRESTOP

Passive fire protection is an integral part of fire protection engineering.
Fire protection design consists of detection, suppression and containment.
Passive fire protection means the containment by firestopping system.
Smoke & toxic gas is leading killer in fire. (75% of all fire deaths are caused by smoke inhalation).
Sprinklers suppress flames, NOT smoke & gasses.
Balanced fire protection design is very important.

Mandated by the Codes.
Life safety and property protection.
Provide time for first responders to perform their duties.
Compartmentalize and prevent spread of flame and smoke through a structure during a fire.

110.3.6 Protection of joints and penetrations in fire-resistance rated assemblies, smoke barriers and smoke partitions shall not be concealed from view until inspected and approved.
1705.16 : In high-rise buildings or in buildings assigned to Risk Category III or IV, special inspection for through-penetrations, membrane penetration firestops, fire-resistant joint systems, and perimeter fire barrier systems shall be conducted in accordance with ASTM E2174 or E2393.

Full complement of consulting services such as planning, specifying, site survey, estimation, 3rd party inspection, and on-site training.
Comprehensive understanding building code & relevant references such as IBC, NFPA, ASTM and others.
Compliance with inspection guidance such as ASTM E2174, E2393 and IFC guidelines.
Services by firestop experts who are qualified and IFC certified.