HTM 05
Fire Safety in the Design of Healthcare Premises
Health Technical Memorandum 05-02: Firecode, is a standard produced for the design for fire safety in Healthcare premises
The standard provides alternative guidance to Approved Document B Volume 2 while still meeting the fundamental requirements of the Building Regulations. It supports a performance-based approach where traditional prescriptive guidance may not be suitable for complex or specialist buildings.
By aligning fire protection measures, evacuation strategies and fire safety management procedures with the specific risks and use of a building, the standard helps duty holders demonstrate compliance while maintaining life safety objectives.
This approach is particularly beneficial for large, mixed-use and non-standard developments where greater design flexibility may be required. It also supports the development of practical fire safety solutions tailored to healthcare, residential and public sector environments.
Safeguard Consultancy can provide professional guidance and support in applying these principles to help clients achieve compliant and effective fire safety solutions.
We support healthcare providers, estates teams and design professionals with practical fire safety solutions tailored to hospitals, care environments and community healthcare facilities.
Our services may include:
- Fire strategy support
- Hospital fire risk assessments
- Compartmentation reviews
- Means of escape assessments
- Fire alarm and detection reviews
- Progressive horizontal evacuation guidance
- Compliance support for refurbishment and new-build projects
- Liaison with approving authorities and stakeholders
Safeguard Consultancy provides professional guidance and expert support with HTM 05 fire safety design in healthcare premises, helping clients achieve practical and compliant fire safety solutions. Contact our team today to discuss how we can assist with your project.
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