Building Bulletin 100 sets the standard for fire safety in UK schools. We explain the requirements and share insights from our education sector experience.. BB100: The Framework Building Bulletin 100 (BB100) provides guidance on fire safety design for school buildings. Key requirements: Means of Escape Maximum travel distances: 18m (single direction) / 45m (alternative routes) Minimum 2 exits from any space with 60+ occupants Ground floor classrooms: direct external escape where possible Detection and Alarm L2 automatic fire detection as minimum Manual call points at exits Visual alarm beacons in areas where noise may mask audible alarms Compartmentation Schools over 2 storeys: 60 minute compartment floors Assembly halls and kitchens: 30 minute separation from other spaces Special Considerations SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) provision Boarding accommodation (residential standards apply) Science laboratories (additional hazards) Drama/art spaces (higher fire loads) Arson: The Hidden Threat Arson accounts for approximately 40% of all school fires in the UK. Design measures include: Secure boundaries and CCTV Fire resistant external wall materials Separate bin stores away from buildings Automatic fire detection linked to monitoring For education fire safety consultancy, contact us.