Brandsikre

Brandsikre is a term used to describe the process and measures aimed at making buildings, installations, and processes resistant to fire. The goal is to prevent ignition, limit the spread of fire, protect occupants, maintain escape routes, and facilitate control and extinguishing of a fire. Brandsikre involves planning, design, construction, and ongoing maintenance.

The concept is typically divided into passive and active fire protection. Passive fire protection includes fire-resistant building elements and assemblies such as fire-rated walls and floors, fire doors, fire-stopped penetrations, and compartmentalization that slow fire spread. Active fire protection comprises detection and alarm systems, automatic sprinkler or suppression systems, extinguishing equipment, and emergency lighting and signage. Fire safety planning, including risk assessments, evacuation plans, and regular drills, is also a core component.

Regulatory and standards context varies by country but generally requires integration of fire protection in design and construction. In Norway, building regulations under Plan- og bygningsloven and the tekniske forskrifter (TEK) set fire safety requirements, often aligned with European NS-EN standards (for example EN 13501 for fire classification of construction products). Compliance typically involves documentation, inspection, and ongoing maintenance of fire protection systems.

Applications span new constructions and major renovations across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. Effective brandsikre reduces the likelihood of injuries, minimizes property damage, and supports safer evacuation and easier fire control.