Below you will find a list of frequently asked questions within the light steel frame sector, relating to key topics such as fire, certification, testing and validation.
A: This varies from system to system and application. The LSFA does not advocate one certifier above any other.
A: The provider is determined by the sector where the build system is to be used.
A: Regulations are updated regularly, so future proofing is not an exact science. Reviewing Building Regulations consultation papers, gives an indication of future trends.
A: LSF construction can be used in multiple sectors including healthcare, education, mod etc, however, this document covers residential and commercial bedspace only.
A: The time taken to achieve any certification is subject to the level of data held by the applicant. Timelines typically range from 6 to 18 months but can be longer if bespoke testing is required.
A: Fire assessments are still accepted by the majority of assessment organisations. However, they need to be carried out by a suitably qualified fire engineer.
A: A testing plan outlines all the options relevant to the system and should be created at the onset of any review to ensure all testing requirements have been identified.
A: No, it may be acceptable to use data from tests carried out at other establishments but the requirement of the validation provider need to be checked first.
A: Yes, certification bodies will generally accept test data from facilities that hold the UK equivalent of UKAS in their country.
A: The same principles for testing can be used. However, as the wall and floor/roof elements are formed as one structure in addition to separate wall and floor tests there are opportunities for testing of the whole module.
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