Document Status
Current
Supplement
Mechanical & Electrical Supplement
Abstract
Provides practical guidance on the design, installation, and inspection of cable management systems to prevent the premature collapse of wiring in fire conditions, supporting compliance with BS 7671 requirements. It explains the safety rationale behind fire-resistant cable support, outlines best practices for maintaining system integrity during emergencies, and assists designers, specifiers, installers, and inspectors in improving building and firefighter safety.
History
Version 3. September 2026.
Subjects
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Building services
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Electrical services
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Cables, electric
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Legal issues and management
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Risk management and analysis
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Project management
Publisher History
BEAMA represents the electrotechnical industry for the UK, supporting manufacturers of electrical infrastructure products and systems from transmission through distribution to the environmental services in the built environment.
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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