Passive fire protection relies on the effective compartmentation of a building. It is made up of fire doors, walls, and floors, and works alongside active systems such as sprinklers and fire alarms.

Design liability has become a ‘hot potato’ in the construction industry, quickly being passed from one party to the next. In recent years, this has caused some confusion, leaving the industry asking the question: who does it fall on, asks Craig Wells.

Firestopping solutions manufacturer Quelfire has launched a campaign and white paper to shift the narrative and promote an open conversation about embracing responsibility for fire safety.