The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) is pleased to announce the launch of its new online learning programme, The Role of Sales and Distribution: Passive Fire Protection Fundamentals. Developed specifically for professionals working in sales, distribution, merchanting and customer-facing…
ASFP signs agreement for new branches in New Zealand and Australia in support of the passive fire protection industry
The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) is extremely proud and excited to announce that, after a year of consultation, the parties of Paul Ryan and the ASFP have reached an agreement which gives Paul the rights to operate fully…
ASFP launches online Passive Fire Design Awareness Course
The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) has developed a new online passive fire protection (PFP) Design Awareness Course in response to the growing challenges and risks associated with the correct specification and design of passive fire materials and systems…
ASFP announces 2025 Passive Fire Protection Awards finalists
The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) is delighted to reveal the shortlist for the ASFP Awards 2025, celebrating excellence, innovation, and leadership in the passive fire protection sector. These awards honour the individuals and organisations driving progress and raising…
ASFP launches new membership category for producers of components and materials
The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP), the leading trade body for passive fire protection, is pleased to announce the introduction of a new membership category. This group is dedicated to organisations that produce components and materials used by ASFP…
ASFP announces 2024 PFP Award winners
The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) has revealed the 2024 Passive Fire Protection (PFP) Awards winners at the Association’s spectacular Passive Fire Protection Awards Dinner at the Athena Hotel in Leicester on 28 November. Selected by an independent judging…
ASFP launches new passive fire protection Level 2 Award training
The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) is excited to announce the launch of its new Level 2 Award Classroom Training. This hands-on classroom training aligns with the new assessment structure for the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE) Level 2…
ASFP statement in response to the Grenfell Tower Public Inquiry Final Report
The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) conveys its sincere condolences to the families of those who lost their lives in the Grenfell Tower fire and to all those who were affected by this wholly avoidable tragedy. We welcome the…
ASFP announces 2024 PFP Awards finalists
The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) has announced the shortlist for its 2024 Passive Fire Protection (PFP) Awards, with the winners due to be revealed at the Association’s spectacular Passive Fire Protection Awards Dinner at the Athena Hotel in…
ASFP officially opens its new Office and Academy.
The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) hosted the official opening of its office and training Academy on Wednesday 15th May. ASFP staff, members and guests were joined by Lord Mayor of Coventry Cllr Jaswant Singh Birdi and Lady Mayoress…
ASFP launches Training Recognition Service
The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) has launched a new training recognition service to offer an independent third-party evaluation of training courses specific to passive fire protection (PFP). ASFP Recognition ensures that all recognised providers work to the highest…
ASFP makes two new appointments
The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) is delighted to announce two new appointments. Jo O’Neill has been appointed to the newly created role of Academy Manager and Adam Shipstone joins as the fourth Technical Officer in the Association’s technical…
ASFP to hold its Annual General meeting in London
The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) is holding its 2024 Annual General Meeting (AGM) at Drapers’ Hall, London on 11 April. This popular annual networking event offers ASFP members and guests an opportunity to receive news of ASFP activities…
ASFP releases new and updated technical publications
The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) published several documents in 2023, these included new and updated Advisory Notes (ANs) and Technical Guidance Documents (TGDs). Two new ANs were published and another four updated. AN 32 covers the Association’s position…
ASFP launches its Competence Framework
The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) has launched its Competence Framework, a free library of information, which defines activities specific to passive fire protection (PFP) across the building lifecycle, providing a benchmark for competence for all PFP activities. The…
ASFP shortlisted for three Association awards
The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) is delighted to have been shortlisted for three awards in the Trade Association Forum’s (TAF’s) Awards. The Awards recognise, reward and promote best practice among trade associations in the UK. The Association’s magazine,…
ASFP announces the 2023 PFP Award winners
The Association for Specialist Fire Protection announced the winners for its 2023 Passive Fire Protection (PFP) Awards on 23 November at the Association’s Awards Dinner at the Leonardo Royal Hotel in London. ASFP Managing Director Mike Ward was joined by…
ASFP to exhibit at London Build
The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP), the UK’s leading trade association for passive fire protection, will be exhibiting on stand H63 at London Build in London’s Olympia on 15-16 November. Our team will be showcasing the ASFP’s range of…
ASFP announces the 2023 Passive Fire Protection Awards finalists
The Association for Specialist Fire Protection has announced the shortlist for its 2023 Passive Fire Protection Awards, with the winners due to be announced on 23 November at the Association’s Awards Dinner at the Leonardo Royal Hotel in London. As…
ASFP launches new firestopping training for installers
The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) has launched a new e-learning course aimed at passive fire protection installers. The ASFP Firestopping for Installers course equips learners with the essential knowledge and skills to install different types of firestopping products. …