BS 8644-1:2022 – Digital Management of Fire Safety Information
Ensure your building projects meet modern fire safety information management requirements with BS 8644-1:2022 Digital Management of Fire Safety Information. This British Standard provides best practice guidance for creating, managing and maintaining digital fire safety information throughout the entire lifecycle of a building, from initial design and construction through to occupation, maintenance, refurbishment and eventual decommissioning.
Developed to support the Building Safety Act and the concept of the Golden Thread of Information, BS 8644-1:2022 helps organisations establish accurate, accessible and secure fire safety records. It introduces the Fire Information Exchange (FIREie) framework, enabling project teams, building owners and duty holders to manage critical fire safety information efficiently while improving collaboration and regulatory compliance.
Whether you're involved in the design, construction, operation or management of residential, commercial or public buildings, this standard provides practical guidance for maintaining reliable digital records that support safer buildings and informed decision-making.
Who Should Buy BS 8644-1:2022?
This standard is essential for:
Building owners and accountable persons
Architects and building designers
Principal contractors and construction professionals
Fire engineers and fire risk assessors
Facilities and asset managers
Building information modelling (BIM) professionals
Compliance and health & safety managers
Key Benefits
Provides a structured approach to digital fire safety information management.
Supports compliance with the Building Safety Act and Golden Thread requirements.
Covers every stage of the building lifecycle, from design to demolition.
Introduces the Fire Information Exchange (FIREie) methodology.
Improves collaboration between designers, contractors, owners and emergency services.
Helps reduce risk through accurate, up-to-date fire safety records.
Supports better building safety, asset management and regulatory compliance.
If you're responsible for the management of fire safety information, BS 8644-1:2022 is an essential reference for implementing best practice digital processes and ensuring critical fire safety information remains accurate, accessible and fit for purpose throughout the life of a building.