Fire Rating Solutions Working on Royal Melbourne Hospital’s New Operating Theatres

Fire safety expert Fire Rating Solutions (FRS) is collaborating with the Royal Melbourne Hospital in the construction of two new operating theatres. FRS will be involved in the construction of speedpanel walls, protection of structural steel and fire rating of penetrations. The company is delivering the project within tight timeframes and working within an operating hospital environment.

As one of the largest hospitals in Victoria, the RMH provides a comprehensive range of health services across two campuses. The Royal Melbourne Hospital plays a key role within the broader Victorian health sector as a major Victorian referral service for specialist and complex care being a designated state-wide provider for services including trauma. It also contains centres of excellence for tertiary services in several key specialties including neurosciences, nephrology, oncology, cardiology and genomics.

FRS has previously been involved in the construction of the New Royal Children's Hospital on Flemington Rd, Melbourne. FRS was involved in both installation of Passive Fire Systems as well as the inspection and certification of those installed by others.

FRS specialises in the installation of passive fire protection products and procedures that limits the spread of smoke and flames within buildings as well as the prevention of structural collapse. They have the industry knowledge; highly skilled staff and state of the art equipment that can help finish jobs on time and on budget. Their skilled staff are leaders in their field, experienced in the installation of penetration fire sealing products as well as fire proofing. They also certify all work to Australian Standards.

Through their extensive experience in the building, hospital, industrial and mining sectors they have developed specialised installation procedures and techniques which are both effective and very efficient therefore reducing costs and time for their customers.

FRS primarily services all Melbourne metropolitan areas and country Victoria and will go interstate upon request.  FRS is an expert in the installation and/or supply of passive combustion protection products, advice, maintenance and annual audits. These passive protection requirements may vary from penetration fire sealing, PVC pipe penetration sealing, vermiculite spray, paint or an audit of the building. FRS is also able to meet certification requirements.

Customers who require fire rating for penetrations through walls and floors from electrical services, PVC pipes, hot/cold water services and sprinkler pipes can contact FRS. For more information, visit https://www.fireratingsolutions.com.au/