Competence Framework

The ASFP Competence Framework sets the benchmark for skills and knowledge in passive fire protection. Developed in collaboration with Industry groups and ASFP experts, it’s an accessible resource that underpins our competence initiatives, and is available for anyone within industry to use.

Design & Specify

Those designing buildings, parts of buildings or changes in use of a building, and specifying associated requirements.

Example occupations:

  • Architect
  • Architectural Technologiest
  • Structural Engineer
  • Fire Engineer
  • Product Manufacturer Technical Specialist
  • Passive Fire Designer

Procure

People who procure products involved in passive fire protection, or those who procure specialist contractors to carry out passive fire protection work.

Example occupations:

  • Quantity Surveyor
  • Procurement Specialist

Sell & Distribute

Those involved in making available passive fire protection products in the market, either in a manufacturer or in the supply chain as a distributor or retailer.

Example occupations:

  • Product Manufacturer Sales Agent
  • Distributor Sales Specialist
  • Distributor Counter Staff

Install

Those involved with installing passive fire protection products and systems into new or existing buildings.

Example occupations:

  • Installer
  • Installation Supervisor
  • Project Manager

Inspect

Those who inspect intallations (not necessarily the entire building) for suitability and performance of the passive fire protection.

Example occupations:

  • Internal Inspector
  • External Inspector
  • Certification Body Inspector

Maintain

Those who maintain passive fire protection in existing buildings, or add passive fire protection when making changes to a building.

Example occupations:

  • Installer
  • Intallation Supervisor

Own/Occupy

Representatives of those who control a building, either as owner, occupier, owner / managing agent for a building, leaseholder, etc.

Example occupations:

  • Receptionist
  • Facilities Manager
  • Building Manager
  • Owner

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