Fire sprinklers have been so successful at reducing fire causalities and property damage around the world, that many regions have passed local laws making it mandatory to fit them in new homes and offices. Some regions are even making it mandatory to retro fit fire sprinkler systems into selected existing buildings.
In June 2005, the National Fire Protection Association in the US voted to make it mandatory to have sprinklers installed in all new one and two family dwellings. Even more promising is the fact that we are taking a similar approach in the UK.
The Scottish Executive recently announced new measures to protect the most vulnerable from fire. From 1st May 2005, new and converted care homes, high rise flats and sheltered housing must fit automatic fire sprinkler systems.
It is estimated that there are now in excess of 100 UK schools fitted with automatic sprinklers. Housing Associations are also recognizing the benefits and increasing number are fitting sprinklers into HMOs (Housing of Multiple Occupancy). More and more people are beginning to install sprinklers based on the factual benefits they bring.
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