Typical Examples of Fire / Alternative Engineering
There are a vast number of building and design elements that might be analysed as part of an alternative solution. Each project is unique and must be considered under a vigorous procedure before it can be approved as a viable alternative solution. Some examples of typical elements that are difficult or expensive to achieve deemed to comply status are:
- Travel to exit distances
- Fire compartment area and/or volume
- Underground car park size/arrangement
- Fire rating of separating structures
- Mechanical smoke exhaust provisions
- Installation of fire sprinklers
- Structural integrity
- Site arrangement and access provisions
- Retention of heritage features/fabric
- Intended use of the building or parts of the building
- Adjacent buildings and structures
- Bushfire planning provisions