PAS 9980:2026 Fire Risk Appraisal of External Walls and Cladding

Supporting competent professionals in undertaking fire risk appraisals of external walls of existing blocks of flats.

Key benefits and scope

Provides a methodology for fire risk appraisals of external walls (FRAEWs).
Supports proportionate, evidence-based decisions.
Helps determine when an FRAEW is required.
Promotes greater consistency in undertaking FRAEWs.
Provides recommendations for competent professionals undertaking FRAEWs.
Applies to multistorey blocks of flats and can be used for other residential buildings.