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 E: rob.broadhead@2020fire.com.au P: 1300 340 210