CUPBOARD STORE (single)(make up soffit ceiling to 30 minutes resistance)

CUPBOARD / STORE (single)(make up soffit / ceiling to 30 minutes resistance)

Make up to a standard of fire-resistance of at least 30 minutes the soffit / ceiling within the cupboard/store situated # specify position #. The standard of construction to be in accordance with Appendix I to this schedule. If the ceiling is not in a sound condition, it must be removed and replaced with 12.5mm plasterboard and skim, or alternative construction using proprietary fireboard. Junctions with adjacent structural elements, including soffit of staircase, shall be constructed so that the structure maintains its fire integrity in the event of a fire, and is imperforate and sealed against the passage of the products of combustion on completion. Fill any gaps around cables and pipes with intumescent paste.