Fire Refuge Areas: Design, Management, and Communication

Fire refuges enable disabled occupants to wait safely for assistance. We cover design standards, communication, and management.. Fire Refuge Areas Fire refuges are protected areas within a building where disabled people can wait safely for assisted evacuation. Design Requirements (BS 9999) Minimum 900mm × 1400mm wheelchair space Located within protected stairway or protected lobby Fire rated enclosure matching stairway Two way communication system (EVC) to fire service access level Clear signage indicating refuge location Not to obstruct escape flow from other occupants For accessible evacuation design, contact us.

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