Building Regulations Part B - buildings other than dwellinghouses

The latest version of Building Regulations Approved Document B (Part B) - which came into effect in April 2007 - is concerned with fire safety, and it requires adequate protection for people in such buildings through the provision of fire barriers. A fire-rated ceiling is one such barrier, and these provide protection to the floor above if a fire occurs.

Part B Volume 1 is about buildings other than dwellinghouses, and it comprises over 168 pages the following:

B1 - Means of warning and escape.
B2 - Internal fire spread (linings).
B3 - Internal fire spread (structure).
B4 - External fire spread.
B5 - Access and facilities for the fire service.

B2 (page 65) is that part that concerns electrical contractors and installers involved with fitting recessed lighting in ceilings in buildings other than dwellinghouses.

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