Fire safety is governed by several standards and regulations designed to prevent fire risks and protect people and property. These standards vary depending on the type of building, its use, and the regulations in force.
The main fire safety standards
✅ European standards (EN):
- EN 54: concerns fire detection and alarm systems (detectors, audible alarms, control panels, etc.).
- EN 3: governs the manufacturing, performance, and marking requirements for portable fire extinguishers.
- EN 12845: defines the rules for installing and maintaining automatic sprinklers.
✅ French standards (NF):
- NF S 61-922: specifies requirements for the installation and maintenance of fire extinguishers.
- NF S 61-970: sets out the rules for maintaining smoke extraction systems.
- NF C 15-100: governs electrical safety, including measures to prevent fires.
Specific regulations depending on the type of building
🏢 Public Access Buildings (PAB): must comply with Fire Safety Regulations, which impose strict measures regarding evacuation, compartmentalization, fire extinguishing equipment, and fire alarms.
🏭 Classified facilities for environmental protection (ICPE): subject to specific requirements depending on the nature of the risks (e.g., storage of flammable materials).
🏠 Residential buildings: subject to the Building and Housing Code, which requires fire safety measures appropriate to the height of the building (e.g., mandatory smoke detectors, emergency exits, fire extinguishers in underground parking lots).
Equipment maintenance and compliance
All fire safety devices must be regularly inspected and maintained by certified professionals to ensure they function properly in the event of a fire.
Eurofeu supports companies and local authorities in complying with these standards by offering tailored solutions and rigorous monitoring. 🔥🚒
Read our other articles here! :