ASFP position paper on the use of Yellow Book critical temperatures for the UK (or equivalent) market
Advisory Notes 24
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Core Supplement
Series
Advisory Notes
Abstract
Provides background on the evolution of the Yellow Book (Fire protection for structural steel in buildings (ASFP, 2014)), and highlights recent reviews, clarification and simplifying of the default temperature guidance. Tables 16 and 18 and the flow chart have been revised and should be easier to use.
History
Also known as: ASFP Advice Note 24 - Yellow Book default temp
Subjects
- Fire
- Special subject areas
Publisher History
Formed in 1975, the Association for Specialist Fire Protection currently represents the major U.K. based specialist manufacturers and installers of structural passive fire protection systems. They produce technical information to ensure built in fire protection in buildings.
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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