NSW: Why aren’t balcony doors included in fire orders?

This article discusses NSW balcony door fire order requirements and explains why balcony doors are generally not included in fire safety orders.

Question: Why are balcony doors not included in fire orders?

Answer: A balcony door generally has nothing to do with fire safety as it’s not separating fire compartments or providing emergency egress, hence, would not be included in a fire order.

A balcony door generally has nothing to do with fire safety as it’s not separating fire compartments or providing emergency egress, hence, would not be included in a fire order.

Not to say there can’t be a unique situation that might require a fire rated balcony door or egress, but I’ve not seen one in the 29 odd years I’ve been in fire protection.

This post appears in Strata News #468.

Rob Broadhead
2020 Fire Protection
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