Fire Safety Plans & Compliance

Fire Safety Plans & Compliance services in Vancouver, Burnaby, Surrey, and throughout the Lower Mainland, BC. Professional mechanical engineering solutions.

OVERVIEW

We provide fire protection system design inputs and support for Fire Safety Plans (FSPs) for high-rises, propane dispenser stations, chemical facilities, and specialty plants.

Our documentation packages outline occupant loads, evacuation routes, and firefighting provisions, and we coordinate with fire safety consultants to support AHJ review.

  • BC Fire Code / BC Building Code
  • NFC 2018
  • NFPA 1 Fire Code
  • NFPA 13 sprinkler requirements
  • NFPA 30 flammable liquids
  • Local AHJ submittal coordination
USE CASES & APPLICATIONS

Fire safety plan and compliance services are required for high-rise buildings, industrial facilities, and specialty occupancies throughout Vancouver, Burnaby, Surrey, and the Lower Mainland. We provide fire protection system design inputs and support for Fire Safety Plans for residential towers, commercial buildings, propane dispensing facilities, chemical processing plants, and other facilities with specific fire safety requirements.

We support new construction projects, building renovations, and facility modifications. We provide fire protection system design inputs that support fire safety plan development and support compliance with BC Fire Code, BC Building Code, and local fire department requirements. We regularly coordinate with local authorities having jurisdiction throughout BC to prepare our design inputs to align with applicable requirements and support the approval process.

PROCESS & WORKFLOW

We begin by analyzing building occupancy, construction type, and fire hazards. We support occupant load calculations, evacuation route planning, and documentation of firefighting provisions by providing fire protection system design inputs and technical information. Our fire protection system design inputs and technical information support comprehensive Fire Safety Plans, including building information, fire protection systems, emergency procedures, and maintenance requirements.

We coordinate with local authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs) to understand specific requirements and prepare our design inputs to align with applicable standards. We prepare documentation packages that include all necessary technical information for AHJ review. We support plan revisions and updates as needed to support compliance with evolving requirements, working in coordination with fire safety consultants as needed.

INDUSTRY STANDARDS & COMPLIANCE

Our fire protection system design inputs and documentation support Fire Safety Plans prepared to comply with BC Fire Code, BC Building Code, National Fire Code of Canada, and local fire department requirements. Our documentation is prepared to support compliance with applicable codes and AHJ requirements and align with best practices for fire safety. Our documentation supports AHJ review and approval processes throughout British Columbia.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

FAQs

What is included in a Fire Safety Plan?
Fire Safety Plans include building information and occupancy details, occupant load calculations, evacuation routes and procedures, fire protection system descriptions, emergency contact information, and maintenance requirements. We provide fire protection system design inputs and technical information that support comprehensive Fire Safety Plans tailored to specific building types and occupancies.
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