Starting on 2nd March 2025, significant amendments to Approved Document B will impact fire safety regulations in England, affecting both residential (Volume 1) and non-residential buildings (Volume 2). These revisions focus on three main areas: fire safety information (Regulation 38), fire reaction classifications, and sprinkler requirements in care homes. In this blog we explore the changes that will be introduced and provide guidance on how to stay ahead of the legislative requirements.
