The Standard For Temporary Protection

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Flame Retardant Certification

So what materials should be used on a modern site?

Within the Protec range, there is now a product to suit each of your requirements, taking into consideration the level and type of site traffic, propensity for damage and the length of time for which the protection needs to be effective.

Another key factor, which needs to be considered when selecting materials, is whether they are flame retardant and conform to the Joint Code of Practice.

What is the Joint Code of Practice?

Every year there are numerous major fires on construction sites and in buildings undergoing refurbishment. The objective of this code is the prevention of such fires on site.

Where can I buy a copy of The Joint Code of Practice?

The BRE sell the copies of the Joint Code of Practice at the BRE Bookshop.

Who does the Joint Code of Practice apply to?

This code affects the company who is responsible for the insurance of the project, even if the protection is the responsibility of the sub-contractors.

What are the risks of not complying with the Joint Code of Practice?

Failure to comply could result in uninsured losses and in insurance ceasing to be available or withdrawn.

So how does this apply to Temporary Protection Materials?

The Joint Code of Practice requires that all temporary protection materials used in construction and refurbishment projects must be Flame Retardant and conform to the requirements of the Loss Prevention Standard LPS 1207 or LPS 1215. They must also have the relevant LPCB marking and certificate number printed on the material.

How do you know if a product is approved to the LPS 1207 or LPS 1215 standards?

Materials that meet the above criteria must be printed with the relevant approval mark together with the manufacturers certificate number as illustrated below: