Who can fire stop a building?

Nothing in law says you must be on a particular scheme to fit fire stopping.

The work must be done by someone competent, and you must be able to show it was done properly.

Anyone can say they are competent. So buyers, insurers and assessors often ask for something more: a third-party certificate.

Third-party means an outside body checks the firm's work and training on a regular basis. They look at the seals on real jobs, not only the paperwork.

Where a client or insurer asks for it, we use our BM TRADA / FIRAS-certificated contractors.

Before you hire anyone, ask them four things.

Which tested system will you use on each opening?

How do you label the seals?

Will I get photos of every one?

What do I do if one fails an inspection later?

A firm that answers those without hesitation is probably one that has done it before.