by Clair Mooney | Sep 12, 2024 | Ceilings, Technical
A recent safety report from Collaborative Reporting for Safer Structures UK (CROSS) has highlighted the importance of considering reaction to fire performance in discontinuous ceiling and baffle products. Often these products may offer excellent sound absorption properties using PET or similar materials which can contribute to the development of a fire and therefore may require a classification in accordance with BS EN 13501-1 that aligns with the guidance in Approved Document B or other specified fire strategy.
Reaction to fire classification is derived from tests against a number of standards that vary in applicability between materials and applications so make sure to check with the manufacturer before specifying that the evidence provided is representative of the product in its installed application.
The full report can be read here.
by Clair Mooney | Mar 5, 2024 | Ceilings, Drylining, Employment, Main News Feed, Skills
FIS is looking for members in London to provide support for individuals that have undertaken an introduction course for Interior Systems. The course is taking place in April, so if you can offer a work trial, work experience, or employment then please contact FIS Head of Skills and Training, Beena Nana beenanana@thefis.org before the end of March for more details.
Background
The Skills Centre London are putting together a four-week introduction to Interior Systems in London, in collaboration with FIS and Worshipful Company of Plaisterers.
Individuals will be provided with the following training:
- Green Labourers CSCS card
- Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment
- Level 1 Certificate in Basic Construction (including Plastering Techniques)
- First Steps into Construction
- Personal Wellbeing in Construction
- Introducing Environmental Awareness and Sustainability
- Practical skills training in our training environment
- Work experience with an interior systems employer
- Employability skills, mock interviews, CV support and career information, advice and guidance
A graduation ceremony will held at Plaisterers Hall on Monday 29 April, for both the candidates and members.
More information on the course is available here.
