Building with Safety in Mind: What BCAR Means for Fire Safety in Ireland

At RC Fire Safety, we’re committed to helping you stay informed and compliant with Ireland’s evolving building standards. One of the most impactful regulations in recent years? The Building Control (Amendment) Regulations (BCAR). 

Here’s what you need to know when it comes to fire safety: 

• Stricter Compliance Requirements – BCAR ensures that fire safety standards are embedded from design to completion.
  
  
• Certification Matters – Assigned Certifiers and Design Certifiers must sign off that fire safety elements meet legal standards before occupancy.
  
  
• Traceable Accountability – Fire safety documentation, including fire strategy reports and compliance certificates, must be submitted to the Building Control Management System (BCMS). – Better Oversight = Safer Buildings – Local authorities can audit projects to verify proper implementation of fire protection systems.
  
  
• Protecting People, Not Just Properties – BCAR is a commitment to safer spaces for everyone including residents, staff, and the public.
  
  

Knowledge saves lives. Stay compliant. Stay safe