Document Status
Withdrawn
Supplement
Core Supplement
Series
BS
Abstract
Provides a framework for an engineering approach to the achievement of fire safety in buildings by giving recommendations and guidance on the application of scientific and engineering principles to the protection of people, property and the environment from fire. This code of practice applies to the design of new buildings and the appraisal of existing buildings.
History
Superseded by BS 7974:2019.
Supersedes DD 240-1:1997 and DD 240-2:1997.
ISBN
0580384470
Subjects
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Special subject areas
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Fire protection
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Fire
Publisher History
With over 100 years of experience the British Standards Institute is recognised as the UK’s National standards body. Their committees work with the manufacturing and service industries, government, businesses and consumers to facilitate the production of British, European and International standards.
Information
NBS
NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.
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