The Voice of the Smoke Control Industry
As experts in smoke control, Smoke Control Association (SCA) members lead the way in promoting and enhancing the design, manufacture, installation and maintenance of life safety smoke ventilation systems and ensuring only independently tested and certified products are installed in buildings.
On this website you will be able to learn about the different types of smoke control systems and the benefits of working with SCA members.
The site also provides a range of SCA technical guides and other information. These are free to download though you will need to register here first.
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SCA releases guidance on CFD analysis for smoke control design
The Smoke Control Association (SCA) has published a new guidance document titled ‘SCA guidance on CFD analysis for Smoke Control design in Buildings’.
FPA launches Know Your Building campaign
The Fire Protection Association (FPA) has launched its ‘Know Your Building’ campaign in a bid help building owners and managers better understand the threat posed by fire and help to bolster business resilience
SCA offers six CIBSE certified CPD presentations
The Smoke Control Association now has six CIBSE certified CPD presentations available to present to its range of audiences.
Smoke Control Association white paper considers ADB grey areas
The Smoke Control Association (SCA) has published a white paper titled ‘Guidance on the Specification of Products and Systems for Smoke Shafts.'
Three SCA presentations now certified by CIBSE
The Smoke Control Association has had three of its educational CPD presentations approved by CIBSE.
IFSEC Global November 2020
David Mowatt discusses the pressing need for change and outlines the reasons behind the SCA’s introduction of a third-party accredited smoke control Installer certification scheme.
Hackitt hints at plan to reward ‘early adopters’ and warns that some firms will not survive reform
Dame Judith Hackitt has announced plans to recognise companies who reform their working practices before they are forced to by new regulations.
SCA members commit to strict compliance requirements
The Smoke Control Association (SCA) has announced that all of its members have signed up to stringent new membership requirements designed to maintain the highest industry standards.
Improving competency and testing for smoke control systems
New accreditation and certification schemes have been launched to improve competency and compliance in the smoke control sector. Alex Smith talks to Allan Hurdle about the industry’s response to the Hackitt report.
SDI 19 Scheme for Installers of Smoke Control Systems gains UKAS approval
UKAS has confirmed IFC Certification’s scope extension which incorporates nine additional scopes to the existing IFC UKAS accreditation. This includes the SDI 19 Scheme for Installers of Smoke Control Systems and means the scheme is now officially UKAS approved.
SCA secures CIBSE accreditation for second CPD course
The Smoke Control Association (SCA) has announced that it has secured CIBSE accreditation for its latest CPD presentation aimed at building consultants, engineers, contactors and designers with an interest in the design, specification and installation of smoke control systems in apartment buildings.
FETA and the Coronavirus
In the light of the Government’s latest announcements on public health measures related to the COVID-19 virus FETA has adjusted its working practices accordingly. Staff are now working from home, and to that end, until further notice, we will no longer organise physical meetings at the Hare Hatch offices, or elsewhere.
What you need to know about coronavirus and how it will impact your business
The Construction Industry Council and the Construction Leadership Council both provide useful advice for the Construction Industry during these unprecedent times
SCA Technical Consultant to chair new BSI Working Group
Allan Hurdle, Technical Consultant to the SCA, is now chairman of the new BSI Working Group - FSH/025/0-/05 Smoke Fans Group - for post installation, service and maintenance.
SCA releases updated guidance document
The Smoke Control Association (SCA) has released an updated version of its comprehensive ‘Guidance on Smoke Control to Common Escape Routes in Apartment Buildings’ document.
Presentation given by Allan Hurdle of the SCA on the 27 January at the FPA seminar
Click here to download the SCA presentation in PDF format, given at the recent FPA 'building a Safer future' seminar
SCA at the BESA National Conference
At the recent BESA National Conference held in London, the SCA was asked to be part of the Fire Safety Panel and update delegates on the latest position of their IFC Competence Scheme and the 12 Working Groups set up after the Grenfell Tower tragedy.
Phase 1 report into Grenfell Tower fire released
Sir Martin Moore-Bick’s phase 1 report into the Grenfell Tower fire is now available
CIBSE accredited CPD course
The Smoke Control Association (SCA) has introduced a new CIBSE accredited continuing professional development (CPD) presentation for consultants, engineers, designers and contractors interested in the certification and testing of smoke control products.
Don’t cut corners on fire safety, says SCA
The Smoke Control Association (SCA) has warned companies to stop cutting corners when it comes to fire safety in commercial buildings or risk breaching the Fire Safety Order 2005 and facing prosecution and hefty fines.
PBC Today August 2019
SCA Chairman David Mowatt discusses future Building Regulations: competence, compliance and a commitment to change in PBC Today.
Government announces clarification of language contained in Approved Document B
The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) has announced that Approved Document B has been redrafted to clarify its language and content in line with the Department’s style guide for approved documents.
SCA welcomes Hackitt implementation plan
In response to the recent announcement that the Government plans to introduce a tougher regulatory system for building safety, the Smoke Control Association (SCA) has voiced its full support for the proposed programme of reform.
SCA welcomes Hackitt implementation plan
In response to the recent announcement that the Government plans to introduce a tougher regulatory system for building safety, the Smoke Control Association (SCA) has voiced its full support for the proposed programme of reform.
65% of residential tower blocks failing on fire safety
The latest Hackitt Review Update Seminar held by the Fire Protection Association (FPA) highlighted some worrying statistics.
Smoke Control Association and BAFSA Issue Joint Statement
The Grenfell fire tragedy and subsequently the Dame Judith Hackitt report have focused attention and scrutiny on fire safety systems
Setting the Standard – SE Controls becomes the first SCA IFC SDI 19 certified company
SE Controls has become the first company to be approved under the new SDI 19 certification scheme, which has been developed by the Smoke Control Association (SCA) in partnership with IFC Certification and has been introduced to help raise standards across the industry.
SCA signs up to support 100% Hackitt initiative
The Smoke Control Association (SCA) has declared its backing for a new industry initiative launched to encourage the government to deliver on all of the recommendations laid out in Dame Judith Hackitt’s independent review of building regulations and fire safety processes.
Clearing the air on mechanical smoke extraction guidance
The current lack of definitive guidance for auditing mechanical smoke extraction designs in high-rise buildings means that their specification is often based on cost rather than verifiable information on their performance.
Lessons from Grenfell
As product design and technology moves on apace, MBS looks at some key trends in design for building services and what's driving them. Buildings and occupants are constantly changing, and so the requirements for services design must also evolve.
Roundtable – key issues around smoke control regulation after Grenfell
Fire safety issues flagged by Dame Judith Hackitt after Grenfell were tackled by smoke control experts at a recent roundtable sponsored by Colt. Liza Young follows an in-depth debate on competency, guidance and whole life fire strategy.
SCA Helps Develop New Certification Scheme for Contractors Installing Smoke Control Systems
A new certification scheme developed by the Smoke Control Association (SCA), in partnership with IFC Certification, has been finalised and is expected to help raise standards across the industry.