Should every fire damper be insulated? This technical white paper explores the practical differences between E, ES, EI and EIS fire damper classifications, helping designers, consultants and contractors understand when insulation performance is relevant and why specification should be driven by application, evidence and the fire strategy rather than classification alone.

The Building Safety Act is driving change across construction, with greater focus on competence, accountability and evidence. David Fitzpatrick examines recent progress, the distinction between legislation and guidance, and what the industry must do next to deliver safer buildings.

Industry specialists joined BSB Engineering Services and CIBSE to discuss the practical barriers still shaping building fire safety under the Building Safety Act, from accountability and Gateway 2 expectations to competence, evidence and clearer product guidance.