Fireproofing around penetrations.

[Russell griffiths]

looking at this pic @Nickfromwales it was mentioned that those short copper pipes where to maintain the integrity of the fireproof layer from the plastic pipe melting in a fire in the plant room. 

 

Does this only only matter if the room above is a HABITABLE ROOM if the space above is a loft then is there any need to maintain the fire proof layer.

 

i have had a similar situation with building control, I have a steel beam that is visible in my front room, it does not require fireproofing as it does not support a habitable area above, just a roof, as my place is a bungalow I have no habitable areas upstairs. 

[dnb]

I have no idea on the answer but I am very interested to know since I have a similar problem to solve in the (hopefully) near future.

[Russell griffiths]

Found the answer to my question @dnb

i personally do not need any fire proof measures as it a non habitable area above. 

 

If it was a bedroom it could be different so you may need to ask bc. 

[dnb]

Thank you @Russell griffiths I am banking on my requirements being the opposite of yours.