Yellow book. Fire protection for structural steel in buildings. Volume 2. Testing and assessment of reactive coatings. 6th edition

Association for Specialist Fire Protection, 2026
Yellow book. Fire protection for structural steel in buildings. Volume 2. Testing and assessment of reactive coatings. 6th edition Download document

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Abstract

Presents industry best practice and guidance for the evaluation of fire protection of structural steelwork complying with the Building Regulations. Also covers revised assessment methods based on European tests and standard procedures. Looks at protection methods, fire testing and assessment of fire protection materials. Includes description of the certification of products, what regulations and codes apply, relevant ASFP publications, how to specify passive fire protection and critical steel temperatures.

History

Supersedes Fire protection for structural steel in buildings. 5th edition. Volume 1 of 2. (Yellow book) (ASFP, 2014). This sixth edition comprises: Volume 1: methodologies for designers and installers of structural fire protection. Volume 2. Testing and assessment of reactive coatings. Updated to reflect UK and EU regulations since 2010. Not yet published: Volume 3: testing of passive systems.

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9781870409490

Subjects

  • Building systems/frame
  • Steel protection
  • Fire
  • Special subject areas
  • Fire protection
  • Building structure
  • Steel building systems/frame

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.

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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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