Fire safety in the retail sector

Fire compartmentalization in the retail sector is essential to provide an additional layer of fire protection in environments where foot traffic is high and there is a wide variety of merchandise. The goal is to prevent fire and smoke from spreading throughout the stores, thus ensuring the safety of customers and employees, as well as protecting the operational continuity and integrity of large commercial spaces.

In shopping centers, fire protection is crucial in various areas of the establishment. These include sales areas, warehouses, loading and unloading zones, offices, hallways and evacuation routes, service and maintenance areas, locker rooms, and entrances and exits. All of these zones require effective compartmentalization to ensure that in the event of a fire, the flames and smoke are properly contained.