Advanced launches a new course focused on smoke control systems and its role in protecting life and property.
According to the company, this new release expands on its Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programme.
Titled Smoke Control Systems: Principles, Pitfalls and Protection
The free CPD has been developed to provide consultants, specifiers, fire engineers, installers, facilities managers and other fire safety professionals with a practical understanding of smoke control strategies, system types and compliance requirements.
The company said that the module explores the principles of smoke movement and the importance of smoke control in supporting safe evacuation, firefighting access and property protection.
Attendees will gain insight into natural and mechanical smoke ventilation systems, smoke exhaust and pressurisation methods, as well as the key components used within smoke control systems.
The CPD also examines the standards and regulations that govern smoke control design and maintenance, including Approved Document B, BS EN 12101, BS 7346-8, BS 9991 and BS 9999.
Alongside this, the course highlights common design, installation and maintenance pitfalls, helping attendees better understand best practice approaches and long-term compliance responsibilities.
“A critical role”
Shaun Scott, Applications Engineer at Advanced said: “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.”
“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,” he concluded.
Certifications and education
According to Advanced, all of the CPDs are certified by the CPD Certification Service, with attendees receiving a certificate of attendance upon successful completion.
The new smoke control CPD joins Advanced’s growing portfolio of educational modules, including:
- Introduction to Fire Detection & Alarm Systems
- Managing False Fire Alarms: Tools & Techniques
- A Guide to Meeting BS 8629