Passive fire protection (PFP) is the system of fire-resistant construction built into your building to contain fire and smoke — buying critical time for evacuation and limiting structural damage.
Unlike active fire protection (sprinklers, alarms), passive fire protection works silently and continuously. It includes fire-stopping materials around service penetrations, intumescent seals, cavity barriers, fire-rated walls and floors, and compartmentation systems. When correctly installed and maintained, PFP can contain a fire to its room of origin for 30, 60, or 120 minutes — potentially saving lives.
Installation of certified fire stopping materials around all service penetrations — pipes, cables, ducts — to maintain compartmentation integrity.
Fitting fire-rated cavity barriers in concealed spaces, roof voids, and wall cavities to prevent unseen fire spread.
Full assessment of your building's passive fire compartmentation to identify breaches and non-compliant installations.
All passive fire protection works are carried out to manufacturer specifications and BS standards by our certified team.
Fire stopping around all pipe, cable, and duct penetrations through fire-rated walls and floors.
Installation of intumescent pipe collars and wraps on plastic pipework passing through fire compartment walls.
Sealing of linear gaps at junctions between fire-rated elements using certified fire stopping materials.
Installation of cavity barriers in concealed spaces to prevent unseen fire and smoke spread.
Assessment and installation of fire-rated ductwork and dampers where required.
Inspection and repair of fire compartment walls, floors, and ceilings to restore full fire resistance.
Fitting intumescent strips and smoke seals to fire doors and other openings.
Full installation records and certification for all passive fire protection works carried out.
Final inspection to confirm all works meet the required fire resistance period and relevant standards.
The following legislation governs passive fire protection frequency and requirements in England and Wales. Non-compliance can result in enforcement action, prosecution, and significant liability.
Building Regulations Part B — requires fire compartmentation in all new and significantly altered buildings
BS 9999 & BS 9991 — provide guidance on fire safety in the design, management and use of buildings
Building Safety Act 2022 — introduces stricter requirements for higher-risk residential buildings (18m+)
Fire Safety Order 2005 — requires the Responsible Person to maintain all passive fire protection measures
Getting your passive fire protection arranged is straightforward with LF Property Solutions. From first contact to final report, we keep things clear, efficient, and fully documented.
Call or email us. Tell us about your property and requirements — we'll respond quickly with no fuss.
We visit your property, carry out a preliminary assessment, and provide a clear, itemised quote. No jargon, no hidden extras.
Our BM TRADA-certified team carries out all passive fire protection works safely, efficiently, and to the required standard.
You receive a full compliance report with all documentation — ready for your records, insurers, or building safety case.
BAFE-registered and BM TRADA certified — complete confidence in every assessment and installation.
Based in Birmingham, working across the whole of the UK. We come to you.
Thorough written reports with photographic evidence, ready for records, insurers, or safety cases.
Clear, competitive pricing upfront. No hidden charges, no vague quotes — ever.
One trusted partner from survey through to sign-off. No juggling multiple contractors.
Prompt scheduling, clear communication, and fast response times — no chasing required.
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