Lessons from the design of service penetrations through fire rated walls and floors on a recent high-density residential project. 

There are lots of configuration options when adding this form of an operable wall, and there are a few things to consider.

We often come across situations where compliance with NZBC requirements for fire protection is in conflict with other requirements.

The more the industry talks about passive fire and engages with other construction industry professionals, the more likely we are to get it right the first time.

While fire engineering reports are designed in line with the NZBC with a view to saving lives, we often overlook the lives of the first responders who need to go into these buildings.