Advanced has broadened its Continuing Professional Development (CPD) offerings by introducing a new course centered on smoke control systems, which are vital for safeguarding lives and property.
The course, titled "Smoke Control Systems: Principles, Pitfalls and Protection," is designed to provide consultants, specifiers, fire engineers, installers, facilities managers, and other fire safety professionals with a practical understanding of various smoke control strategies, system types, and compliance requirements.
Understanding Smoke Control Systems
The program delves into the principles of smoke movement and the significance of smoke control in facilitating safe evacuation, improving firefighting access, and protecting properties. Participants will explore both natural and mechanical smoke ventilation systems, along with smoke exhaust and pressurization techniques. Key elements of smoke control systems will also be covered in detail.
The CPD course addresses the standards and regulations that oversee the design and maintenance of smoke control systems, including Approved Document B, BS EN 12101, BS 7346-8, BS 9991, and BS 9999. Additionally, it points out frequent design, installation, and maintenance challenges, providing attendees with insights into best practice methods and ongoing compliance responsibilities.
Enhancing Fire Safety Knowledge
Participants will explore both natural and mechanical smoke ventilation systems
Shaun Scott, Applications Engineer at Advanced, delivers this online CPD as part of the company's commitment to bolstering industry education and enhancing fire safety expertise across the sector.
Shaun remarked, "Smoke control systems play a critical role in modern fire safety strategies, particularly in complex and high-rise buildings where maintaining clear escape routes is essential. This CPD has been designed to provide practical, real-world guidance on the principles behind smoke control systems, the challenges involved in their design and maintenance, and the standards that govern them."
Improving System Design and Compliance
Scott further noted, "By helping industry professionals strengthen their understanding of smoke control, we can support them in designing better systems and delivering improved compliance, ultimately creating safer buildings." Attendees of all Advanced CPDs receive certification from the CPD Certification Service upon completion.
This smoke control CPD adds to Advanced's expanding array of educational modules, which includes offerings such as Introduction to Fire Detection & Alarm Systems, Managing False Fire Alarms: Tools & Techniques, and A Guide to Meeting BS 8629.
