Fire precautions in dwellings - Norwich City Council

Description J – no layout plan
Flats share common staircase and
entrances out of the building.
Index key: Description J
House type: Self contained flats
Layout: Block development
Grade D LD3 system.
Grade D system: System of mains powered
interlinked smoke and heat detectors with
integral battery back-up.
LD3: Smoke detectors near kitchens and risk
room
Grade F system: A system of battery operated
detectors. These must be tamper proof with
10year life lithium batteries.
Fire precautions in dwellings
2) Doors
FD30S standard for doors which open out onto
the common areas providing the route of escape.
3) Emergency lighting
Provided on route of escape including landings
and hallways.
3) Equipment
Fire blanket and 2kg dry powder extinguisher in the
kitchen.
Fire precautions
1) Alarm systems
a) Common areas
Grade D or Grade A LD2 system.
Grade D system: System of mains powered
interlinked smoke and heat detectors with
integral battery back-up.
Grade A system: A system of electrically
operated smoke and heat detectors linked to a
control panel.
LD2 detection. Detection in the following areas:
Smoke detectors:
• Common hallways, entrances and landings.
• Lounge and/or dining room area depending on
the layout.
Heat detectors:
• Front entrance lobby of each flat.
b) Each flat
Grade D or Grade F systems.
Notes:
National fire guidance is provided by Lacors in its guide: Housing – fire safety. This guide can be seen at: www.propertyinfopoint.co.uk. Read the following pages in guide for further information.
1. Fire alarm system: Pages 23-24 2. Fire doors: Pages 21-23 3. Escape window: Page 16 4. Emergency lighting: Pages 26-27 5. Fire fight equipment: Page 28
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