Passive Fire Protection
Understanding Passive Fire Protection: A Vital Safety Measure
Passive Fire Protection (PFP) is essential in safeguarding lives and properties from fire, involving specialised measures designed to contain fires and slow their spread. As a leading FIRAS and IFC approved contractor and ASFP member, we provide national fire safety services including Fire Risk Assessments, and the installation of penetration seals, fire doors, cavity barriers, and compartmentation solutions. Our team, backed by rigorous training and significant experience, ensures compliance with the latest legislation and ASFP standards. This comprehensive approach to PFP, from assessment to installation, emphasises our commitment to not only meet regulatory requirements but also to enhance the safety and integrity of buildings against fire, making them safer for occupants and significantly reducing the risk of fire-related incidents.
Our Unique Approach to Passive Fire Protection
Bell Group’s approach to passive fire protection goes beyond standard installation, we prioritise long-term compliance, digital innovation, and continuous improvement. Key aspects of our service include:
- Lifecycle fire safety planning – we help clients map out long-term compliance strategies, integrating fire protection into broader asset management and retrofit programmes.
- Defect tracking and digital aftercare – clients benefit from our post-installation support, including digital inspection tools to flag remedial works, updates, and renewal cycles.
- Early-stage design input – our fire safety teams collaborate with designers, surveyors, and compliance officers during pre-construction and refurbishment planning to embed fire protection from the outset.
- Data-driven reporting for asset owners – our digital systems allow asset owners and facilities teams to access dashboards detailing fire door status, seal installation, inspection logs, and compliance gaps.
- Specialist knowledge of multi-occupancy buildings – we work extensively in housing, education, and healthcare, tailoring our methods to the challenges of occupied buildings and vulnerable residents.
This joined-up, forward-thinking approach ensures our passive fire protection solutions support long-term safety, meet changing regulations, and reduce the likelihood of costly rework.
Our Expertise in Delivering Passive Fire Protection
As one of the UK’s leading passive fire protection companies, Bell Group brings deep technical knowledge and sector-specific experience to every project. Beyond qualifications and accreditations, our expertise is defined by:
- Extensive experience across high-risk sectors – including social housing, education, healthcare, and high-rise residential blocks, where passive fire systems must meet stringent safety and access requirements.
- Multi-trade integration – our fire protection operatives work closely with joinery, decorating, and refurbishment teams to ensure seamless delivery across larger asset improvement programmes.
- Rigorous internal quality assurance – we maintain a dedicated compliance function to conduct randomised inspections, verify installation quality, and ensure traceable documentation for every fire-stopping activity.
- Proven track record on complex retrofit projects – we routinely deliver passive fire protection in live environments, coordinating works with tenant liaison officers, estate managers, and regulatory bodies.
- Commitment to innovation and best practice – we engage in ongoing dialogue with manufacturers and the ASFP to stay ahead of technical guidance, system developments, and testing procedures.
This combination of technical skill, real-world experience, and embedded compliance gives our clients confidence that every passive fire measure installed by Bell meets both legal obligations and the highest safety benchmarks.
National Fire Safety Services by FIRAS & IFC Approved Contractor and ASFP Member
In Passive Fire Protection, our team of skilled and experienced specialists provide a 360-degree service from Fire Risk Assessments to installation of products:
- Penetration Seals (Fire Stopping)
- Fire Door Surveys
- Installation of Timber Doors / Doorsets
- Fire Door Remedials
- Cavity Barriers
- Installation of Composite Doorsets
- Compartmentation Surveys
All our employees undergo rigorous training in line with the latest legislation; our installers have a minimum of 5 years’ experience and are FIRAS or IFC accredited. Our Compliance Surveyors hold ASFP L2/3, FIRAS, IFC, and Fire stopping inspection diplomas. Furthermore, as a member of the ASFP we abide by their training standards, which have been integrated into our workforce training programme developed by our Training Manager.
Why Clients Trust Bell Group for Passive Fire Protection
We understand the challenges of fire safety in diverse environments, from social housing to public sector buildings. Here’s how we solve them:
- Challenge: Complex fire safety regulations
Solution: Our fully accredited teams simplify compliance through turnkey passive fire services. - Challenge: Limited access to skilled fire protection installers
Solution: With trained engineers nationwide and in-house training centres, we scale efficiently to meet demand. - Challenge: Time-consuming procurement
Solution: We work across national frameworks, accelerating project start-up and reducing admin.
Our commitment to safety, transparency, and compliance makes Bell the trusted choice for fire stopping companies and property professionals across the UK.
Partnered Collaboration for Client-Centric Solutions with Unmatched Passive Fire Standards and Compliance
We can offer advice on several different procurement routes through frameworks such as Efficiency East Midlands (EEM), Fusion 21, Westworks, Advantage Southwest (ASW) and The Hyde Group. These frameworks provide our clients with a quick and efficient method of procurement avoiding lengthy and sometimes costly procurement exercises.
To further develop our Fire Protection Engineers, we have a purpose-built in-house training centres where new and existing staff are trained to the relevant regulations and installation method. This enables all of Bell Group’s employees attend to gain further knowledge of product installation, methods of compartmentation etc and includes practical training where Fire Protection engineers carry out installations to provide first-hand experience of active fire protection services.
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Passive Fire Protection FAQs
What is passive fire protection?
Passive fire protection (PFP) refers to built-in fire safety systems that prevent or slow the spread of fire without requiring activation, such as fire doors, penetration seals, and compartmentation.
How does Bell ensure compliance with fire safety standards?
Passive fire protection (PFP) refers to built-in fire safety systems that prevent or slow the spread of fire without requiring activation, such as fire doors, penetration seals, and compartmentation.
What types of buildings benefit most from passive fire protection?
Passive fire protection systems are essential in a wide range of properties, including social housing, schools, care homes, healthcare facilities, and commercial buildings, where protecting vulnerable occupants and ensuring safe evacuation routes is critical.
How does passive fire protection differ from active fire systems?
Unlike active fire protection systems (like sprinklers or alarms), passive fire systems are built into the structure and do not require activation. They include fire doors, fire stopping, and compartmentation, working silently to contain fire and smoke.
How often should passive fire protection systems be inspected?
Regular inspections are essential. We recommend annual checks for key components like fire doors and penetration seals, alongside a full compartmentation survey every few years depending on building usage and risk profile.
