Key Learning outcomes
- Introducing the building code regulations regarding ETICS.
- Identifying fire classification of construction products.
- Understanding the proper installation of ETICS.
- Recognizing the ETICS fire classes.
Fire safety is one of the most important requirements on buildings operational safety. It has lately become an issue of national awareness and lots of citizens wonder whether the buildings which they live in are appropriately fire safe. They take a closer look on building materials used in their houses and fire safety measures implemented. Generally, the fire resistance of building components and constructions are classified with Load Bearing Capacity (R), Integrity (E) and Insulation (I) characteristics. Different materials require different fire classes. This rule applies also to thermal insulation which is one of building elements and has very significant impact on the fire safety. In this article we would like to explain the regulations and requirements related to the fire safety of ETICS (External Thermal Insulation Composite System). In addition, we would like to reassure the concerned residents that certified and properly applied ETICS brings adequate fire safety for the building elevation.