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This week marks the beginning of #FireCompartmentationAwarenessWeek - a new campaign to shine a light on one of the most overlooked aspects of building safety: fire compartmentation.
While much of fire safety is visible - alarms, extinguishers, and signage - compartmentation is often hidden behind walls, ceilings, and risers. Yet it plays a vital role in slowing the spread of fire and smoke, giving occupants time to escape and emergency services time to act. When these fire-stopping barriers are breached or poorly maintained, the results can be devastating.
By encouraging the industry to share stories, observations, and lessons learned, the campaign aims to promote better understanding, highlight real-world risks, and reinforce the importance of intrusive surveys in identifying hidden breaches.
Get Involved
If you’re a property professional - whether you manage buildings, carry out inspections, or support residents - this is your invitation to contribute.
Use the hashtag #FireCompartmentationAwarenessWeek on LinkedIn to:
Share stories or findings
Offer advice or insights for others
Ask questions and learn from peers in the sector
#FireCompartmentationAwarenessWeek was created by the team at 4site Consulting, as a non-commercial initiative to encourage cross-industry learning and greater visibility around compartmentation risks.
If you’re unsure about something in your building or want a second opinion, 4site’s team are offering free, no-obligation advice and guidance.