Agenda item - Fire Safety Update

19.1    An officer gave a brief update on the current status regarding fire safety. He stated that the investigation uncovered an issue regarding some doors not meeting the required locking time. It was noted that the brand of door used previously was insufficiently secure, that under advice from Central Government a schedule to provide door replacements was utilised. It was further noted that changes to 32 blocks were to take place; that other doors had been tested including UPVC and composite doors which also failed fire tests. Finally the officer concluded by stated that consultation with London Boroughs had produced the need to update risk assessments and further conversations with Fire Safety and Rescue.

19.2    A resident enquired as to who would be paying for this.

19.3    The chair enquired as to the reason for two fire door companies involved in the review.

19.3    An officer responded by stating that Masterdoor Fire Doors would have to pay the bill. The IG doors had met specification; however no more were being installed whilst the sector was under review.

19.4    The chair emphasised the necessity for more facts from the Government and questions from residents should be collated on the Council’s website for more information in a comprehensive format.

19.4    RESOLVED – that the panel agreed to note the update.