Student Accommodation
Fire Safety Systems
As a provider of accommodation for students, you must meet all appropriate building regulations, especially concerning fire safety, to prevent the spread of fire and keep the residents safe.
Our sleek, compact systems provide optimal fire safety while minimising space intrusion. With quick and easy installation, iMist™ offers you peace of mind and maximum protection.
Fire Suppression Solutions for Student Accommodation
At iMist™, we have extensive experience delivering cost-effective fire suppression systems tailored to student accommodation. Our focus is not only on protecting property but, more importantly, on keeping students safe.
Our team of fire suppression experts understands the unique requirements of open and occupied environments. We work closely with developers, contractors, and building managers to ensure full compliance with relevant building regulations while maintaining minimal disruption to residents.
We’ve successfully delivered projects such as the 700+ student units at Caradog House in Cardiff City Centre and Queens Court Student Halls in Reading. Each project presents its own set of challenges, and our engineers are highly skilled in overcoming them, delivering compliant systems on time and within budget.
Working in live student environments often means operating to tight schedules. Thanks to our streamlined installation process, our systems can even be installed while students remain in residence—something our teams handle with professionalism and efficiency.
Why is Fire Suppression a Requirement in Student Accommodation?
Higher Fire Risk Due to Occupancy
- Student accommodation often houses many residents in shared or densely packed spaces, with communal kitchens, lounges, and corridors.
- This increases the likelihood of accidental fires from cooking, electrical devices, or appliances, making early suppression essential.
Protection of Occupants
- Many students are living away from home for the first time and may be unfamiliar with building layouts or emergency procedures.
- Fire suppression systems help keep escape routes clear, giving all occupants sufficient time to evacuate safely.
Regulatory and Licensing Requirements
- Student accommodation must comply with strict fire safety regulations, including Building Regulations (Approved Document B) and local licensing requirements.
- Installing suppression systems ensures compliance and supports approvals from Building Control.
Minimising Fire Spread
- Communal areas, stairwells, and bedrooms are particularly vulnerable to fire and smoke spread.
- Suppression systems contain fires quickly, reducing structural damage and protecting residents’ belongings.
Supporting Operators and Developers
- Providing reliable fire suppression demonstrates a commitment to student safety.
- It can also help secure approvals, reduce insurance costs, and protect the long-term value of the property.
In short: Student accommodation has higher fire risks due to occupancy density, shared facilities, and unfamiliar residents. Fire suppression systems provide early control, protect students, ensure compliance, and limit property damage.
The Benefits of iMist Fire Suppression Systems
Water mist fire suppression systems are becoming an increasingly popular alternative to traditional systems. Discreet and design-focused, they eliminate unsightly devices in your ceiling. Easy to install and mains water-fed, they requireno bulky water tanks. iMist™ leads the way in water mist technology, continuously innovating to provide safe, stylish,and efficient fire suppression solutions.
Free Quotation
Our designers will return your quotation and design within 3-5 working days to ensure a quick start to your project.
Site Survey
We have worked hard to obtain and pass third-party accreditations for installations, designs and manufacturing.
All iMist™ Employees
Everything we do is completed directly by iMist™ employees who have been fully trained in-house and have the competence to complete projects.
Over 180 Years of Knowledge
Our combined years of engineering and fire suppression knowledge will ensure that your project is always in the best hands.