Fire Safety in Assisted Living and Sheltered Housing: UK Guide

Sheltered housing and assisted living schemes fall between residential and care home requirements. We clarify the fire safety approach.. Assisted Living Fire Safety Classification Challenge Assisted living doesn't fit neatly into purpose group categories: More independent than care homes More vulnerable than standard residential BS 9991 Clause 25 27 provides specific guidance Key Requirements 1. Enhanced fire detection (L1 or L2 throughout) 2. Sprinkler protection (strongly recommended) 3. Staff/warden availability for evacuation assistance 4. PEEPs for all residents with mobility limitations 5. Progressive horizontal evacuation where possible 6. Enhanced compartmentation between dwellings For assisted living fire safety, contact us.