Fortis Vision, a prominent refurbishment and development contractor within the student accommodation sector, has proudly announced the launch of National FPS – Fire Protection Services, a dedicated passive fire protection contractor operating throughout the UK. This innovative venture has been established to deliver specialised passive fire protection services, including firestopping, fire door installation, fire door inspection and maintenance, as well as comprehensive compartmentation surveys.
Supporting Compliance in PBSA
The establishment of National FPS is a strategic move aimed at assisting building owners, principal contractors, developers, and asset managers in navigating the increasingly stringent fire safety and compliance requirements that are prevalent in today’s construction environment. With a compliance-focused operating model, National FPS is set to provide structured, accountable fire protection solutions across a multitude of sectors, prominently including purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA), hospitality, commercial, and education.
Expertise and Assurance
National FPS brings a wealth of experience, particularly in managing higher-risk building (HRB) projects through the critical Gateway 2 and 3 submissions. This capability ensures that they can adeptly meet the essential milestones required by the Building Safety Regulator (BSR) during the approval process. Each project undertaken by National FPS begins with a thorough survey-led assessment, facilitating the early identification of fire safety requirements. This proactive approach guarantees a clear, evidence-based delivery process from inception through to successful completion.
Certified and Accountable Solutions
As a third-party certified contractor, National FPS is committed to providing comprehensive project documentation, which includes audit-ready evidence and a fully accountable handover. This level of diligence instils confidence in clients, assuring them that all compliance obligations are being meticulously met and documented long after the completion of works. Nikki Todd, Managing Director of Fortis Vision, emphasised the significance of this new venture, stating, “National FPS reflects our long-term commitment to the passive fire protection sector and brings specialist expertise across multiple sectors, with a focus on early engagement, technical assurance, and audit-ready compliance evidence to help ensure buildings remain safe and fully compliant.”