All aspects of fixed extinguishing installations not covered by the Sprinkler Section, including foam, CO2, water mist and the use of "clean agents" (ie environmentally acceptable, non-toxic, non-corrosive, electrically non-conductive agents).

• The activities of the Section range from standards development through to liaison with the EC on matters of importance to Member Associations.
• The implications of the Montreal Protocol and subsequent Kyoto Protocol have been analysed. Their impact on the fire protection industry has been discussed with the EC to ensure that industry concerns and proposals are taken into account. Members are being kept fully aware of the implications of amendments to EC Regulations that include the accelerated phase out and decommissioning of halon systems.
• The implications of EU Directives, particularly the Construction Products Directive, the Pressure Equipment Directive and the European Commission (EC) Marking Directive are reviewed & briefing notes for members are made available. Infos on other Regulations such as the European Agreement concerning the International carriage of Dangerous goods by Road (ADR) & regulations concerning the Intern. Dangerous goods by Rail (RID) is also provided.
• The development of new European and International Standards is both reviewed and input provided to participating experts via National Association Members.
• Regular business meetings are held with CEA to discuss matters of common interest and concern. The FEI Section is also involved in providing comment to CEA on their draft standards prior to submission to EFSAC for possible endorsement. EUROFEU is a member of EFSAC and actively participates in their activities.

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