‘Huge number’ of fire dampers installed with life-threatening fault, BESA warns

By Daniel Gayne2022-08-26T06:00:00

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Trade body urges immediate action to address fire risk

Building clients have been urged to carry out checks and repairs “without delay” on ventilation systems, after life-threatening defects were found in a large number of buildings.

According to the Building Engineering Services Association (BESA), annual inspections by maintenance contractors revealed that “a huge number” of fire and smoke dampers had been incorrectly installed, posing a serious fire safety risk.

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