What is this standard about?
This part of the fire protection standard BS 5306 gives guidance on the selection, use and application of automatic water sprinklers, water sprays, watermist, gaseous, foam and powder fire-fighting systems and hypoxic air fire-prevention systems.
Who is this standard for?
- Architects
- Fire protection service technicians
- Fire and rescue Services
- Fire protection equipment servicing companies
- Fire protection equipment manufacturers
- Facility management companies
- Police services
- Care home management companies incorporating sheltered accommodation
- Companies undertaking fire risk assessments
- Landlords
- The general public
Why should you use this standard?
Well maintained and professionally installed fire protection equipment is fundamental to safety and helps protect property and save lives.
BS 5306-0 is part of an extensive series of standards relating to fire safety and outlines the most up-to-date recommendations for best practice selection and application of this specific fire protection equipment and installed systems.
It also gives guidance on installed equipment for fire and rescue service use, and on the application of portable fire extinguishers. It complements the more detailed information given in the specialized parts of this standard and other relevant standards.
What’s changed since the last update?
This part of BS 5306 supersedes BS 5306-0:1986+A2:1991, which is withdrawn.
