Passive Fire Engineering Consultancy Services

Passive Fire Protection

Passive fire protection involves the strategic integration of components and systems within a building or structure to effectively slow down or obstruct the advance of fire or smoke without the need for immediate system activation.

At PFITS, we understand the critical nature of passive fire safety in maximising structural resilience and minimising risk to lives and assets. From the initial design phase to compliance assessments and construction monitoring, our experienced team is ready to collaborate with you every step of the way to achieve your passive fire goals.

The areas we cover

Tender Support

Enhance tender submissions though technical expertise, compliance assurance, cost estimation, risk mitigation, and innovative solutions increasing competitiveness.

Engineering Judgment

Address complex and unique situations where standard passive fire solutions may not apply or where interpretation of code requirements is necessary.

Passive Fire Design

We work closely with your architect or designer to strategically integrate passive fire systems into plans prioritising safety and pragmatic design.

Passive Fire Design Review

Third-party evaluation of passive fire protection components or systems to ensure they meet performance criteria and legislative requirements.

Intumescent & Cementitious Coating Specification

Advise and specify compliant and fit for purpose cementitious and intumescent fire rated coatings, critical for passive fire protection to structural steel.

Fire Engineering

Fire Engineering is a multi-disciplinary field applying scientific and engineering principles to structures and systems to prevent and manage fire incidents considering factors like the structure, materials, strategic planning, and analysing human & fire behaviour.

Our range of Fire Engineering services offer thorough solutions tailored to your specific needs. From precise fire engineering designs under C/VM2 to Alternative Solutions, we offer a comprehensive approach to compliant and fit for purpose designs, and with the issuance of our PS1 and PS4 producer statements, the highest standards of safety and regulatory compliance are guaranteed.

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Fire Engineering Design

We work alongside your architect or designer to integrate established engineering principles and systems into plans within the conventional framework for building regulations.

Alternative Solution Design

Alternative Solution Design deviates from conventional building standards by proposing innovative or customised fire safety solutions that demonstrably meets or exceeds the safety objectives set by regulations.

Engineering Judgement

Tackle intricate and distinctive fire engineering scenarios, navigating instances where conventional solutions may not suffice or where the interpretation of code requirements becomes essential.

Peer Review

A third-party structured evaluation process where the work, design, or decisions made by a fire engineer are critically examined to ensure quality and compliance for validating alternative solution designs, identifying errors, and / or enhancing the overall reliability of fire safety designs.

Tender Support

Maximize the impact of tender submissions with technical insights, compliance assurance, cost estimation, risk mitigation, and innovative solutions.

Construction Monitoring & Producer Statements

Construction monitoring and the issuance of CPEng PS4 producer statements validates that construction / installation aligns with BCA approved fire safety designs for achieving building consent Code Compliance.

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Audits & Inspections

Audits and inspections are integral components of Fire Engineering to ensure regulatory compliance, identify risks, protect lives and property, and to foster a culture of continuous improvement in fire safety practices throughout New Zealand’s built environment.

With our adept and highly experienced team, PFITS Consultancy specializes in delivering destructive and non-destructive audit and inspection services for both new and existing structures.

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Independent Inspections & Audits

New and existing structures third-party objective inspections and documentation review for identifying issues, reporting remediation recommendations, and verifying quality and compliance.

Construction Monitoring & Producer Statements

Site inspections, documentation QA review, and reporting to validate that installation aligns with BCA regulations, and for issuance of PS4 producer statement where appropriate conditions are met.

Reporting & Recommendations

Evaluation and reporting of quality, compliance, and actional recommendations to specifications, regulatory standards, and where applicable pre-approved plans.

Pre-purchase Condition Reports

Enhance pre-purchase condition reports for informed decisions and safer property investments by assessing fire safety systems, regulatory compliance, and identifying any necessary improvements.

Training & Education

Passive fire training is essential for developing technical expertise and mastering passive fire system installation techniques.

PFITS Consultancy’s pragmatic and practical courses are tailored for applicators/installers, however, are equally beneficial and recommended for designers and other construction industry professionals.

Join us in at one of our purpose built training facilities in Auckland or Christchurch. Enhancing safety and proficiency in the fire safety sector by equipping individuals across the construction spectrum with the knowledge and skills necessary to implement effective passive fire safety systems in a safe and professional environment. On-site training available upon request.

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Passive Fire Training

Passive Fire Beginner 101, Intermediate 201, and Advanced 301 packages are two day courses comprising of one day of theory and one day of practical learning.

Boss Product Specific Training

Essential two day course for the correct application, installation, and inspection of Boss Passive Fire products & systems.

Passive Fire QA Training

Training around the principles, standards, regulations, and best practices related to the inspection of passive fire protection systems.

Expert Witness

An expert witness is a recognised authority in their field whose professional opinion by virtue of education, skills, and experience is accepted by the court in legal proceedings. Over the last few decades, there has been a substantial increase in the use of expert witnesses in civil proceedings.

Call on the advanced knowledge of PFITS Consultancy's team for Expert Witness testimony in New Zealand and Australia. We provide expert views on complex or technical fire safety matters, drawing on years of industry experience to support cases related to building compliance, patents & copyright, fire incidents, and safety standards.

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NZ & Australia Court Proceedings

Professional testimony available in both New Zealand and Australia for intricate and technical expertise relating to copyright & patent protection, and fire incident civil court cases.

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Testimonials

"PFITS Consultancy's handling of the design and construction monitoring of the passive fire protection at the CDHB Christchurch Hospital has been exceptional. As a Project Manager at Heath New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora, I've witnessed their unwavering commitment to safety and expertise in passive fire engineering. PFITS demonstrated unparalleled professionalism and attention to detail, providing solutions tailored to our complex needs. In addition PFITS has provided an on-going training program which has benefited both the contractors and the hospital staff alike. Their proactive approach and comprehensive strategies have exceeded expectations, I wholeheartedly recommend PFITS Consultancy."

Simon Hemming - Project Manager, Infrastructure and Investment Group

Heath New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora

As the Operations Manager for Restruct, ensuring the safety and compliance of our projects is critical and PFITS have consistently delivered first-class passive fire and fire engineering services. I can recommend PFITS Consultancy to any construction firm seeking superior fire engineering solutions. Their proactive approach and professionalism have made them an indispensable partner in our construction endeavors and have saved us both time and resources, allowing us to focus on other aspects of our projects with confidence.

Craig Brenton

Restruct Construction