HRB Fire Strategies for Wandsworth Council

Firntec collaborated closely with three different council teams, the Lift Team, Renovation Team, and Electrical Team, while also working alongside other consultancies in the early stages of a complex cladding remediation programme. A local surveyor enabled rapid mobilisation, with the project starting within three working days of receiving the initial purchase order. Many of the properties were occupied, requiring careful planning to minimise disruption, and some presented complex layouts, such as twin blocks connected by lattice stair cores. 

The project required managing complex collaboration with multiple internal and external stakeholders. We facilitated regular Teams calls, shared documentation via a central portal, and stayed engaged until all parties reached agreement on fire strategy content. Clear prioritisation between the three internal council teams was set from the outset, and our local surveyor’s area knowledge ensured quick site access and efficient scheduling. 

The project achieved full compliance for all Gateway 2 submissions, with fire strategies completed to a high standard and within agreed timescales. Rapid mobilisation allowed the council to progress key safety projects without delay, and collaboration efficiencies reduced overall project time and costs. Positive client feedback and strengthened relationships have already resulted in additional work, confirming our position as a trusted compliance partner for future stages of the programme.

The project demonstrated the effectiveness of tailoring delivery models, such as weekend scheduling to aid resident availability. It also reinforced the value of intrusive inspection methods in uncovering risks not visible through standard checks, ensuring a more accurate understanding of fire safety resilience across the portfolio.