Timber Frame Construction: Managing Fire Risk During Construction
Timber frame buildings are at highest risk of fire during the construction phase. Best practice for site fire safety.. Construction Phase Fire Risk The Joint Code of Practice on the Protection from Fire of Construction Sites (JCOP) provides the framework for managing timber frame fire risk. Key Measures Hot works permit system No smoking policy enforced Security and CCTV coverage Temporary fire detection in completed sections Sprinkler protected storage areas Fire rated compartmentation as built progresses 24/7 fire watch during high risk periods For construction phase fire safety plans, contact us.