Single Building Assessments (SBA) and External Wall Fire Safety Advice in Inverness
Fire Engineering Consultancy provides fire engineering support for Single Building Assessments (SBAs) and external wall fire safety assessments throughout Inverness and across Scotland.
We work with property owners, factors, housing associations, developers and resident groups, providing independent technical advice relating to external wall construction, cladding systems and fire safety risks.
Our assessments are based on a detailed review of available construction information, external wall materials, fire safety measures and, where necessary, intrusive investigations to establish the building’s construction.
Single Building Assessments (SBA) in Inverness
The Single Building Assessment (SBA) process was introduced by the Scottish Government to support the assessment of residential buildings where concerns may exist regarding cladding and external wall construction.
An SBA typically involves consideration of:
- External wall materials and construction
- Available design and construction information
- Fire safety measures within the building
- Intrusive investigations where required
- The potential risk of fire spread associated with the external wall system
The purpose of the assessment is to establish whether the building presents an unacceptable level of risk and whether any further action may be required.
Our team can support clients throughout the assessment process, providing clear technical advice and assisting with the investigations required to understand the external wall construction.
External Wall Fire Safety Assessments
Many buildings require detailed investigations to establish the composition of the external wall system and identify the presence of combustible materials.
Our services may include:
- Review of available construction information
- External wall inspections
- Intrusive investigations and opening-up works
- Assessment of cavity barriers and fire-stopping arrangements
- Fire engineering advice relating to remediation strategies
- Technical support during assessment and remediation programmes
Our approach is evidence-based and focused on providing proportionate recommendations that reflect the specific characteristics of the building being assessed.
Supporting Remediation Programmes
Where remedial works are required, we can provide technical support to building owners and project teams throughout the remediation process.
This may include:
- Technical review of remediation proposals
- Fire engineering advice during design development
- Review of proposed external wall systems
- Support during construction and completion stages
Fire Engineering Services Across Scotland
Our team undertakes external wall fire safety assessments throughout Inverness, Aberdeen, Dundee, Edinburgh, Glasgow and across Scotland.
We regularly assist clients with Single Building Assessments, external wall investigations, remediation support and technical advice relating to existing residential buildings.
Contact Us
If you require support with a Single Building Assessment or external wall fire safety assessment in Inverness, please contact our team to discuss your project requirements.