ASFP Elects New Governing Council

THE ASSOCIATION for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) has elected a new Governing Council, following its Annual General Meeting, held at Saddlers Hall, London on 7 July.

Council members are elected each year, while the chair and vice chair remain in place for a two year term. The Council now comprises:

• Chris Miles – UL (Chair)
• Clive Miles –  CLM Fireproofing (Vice Chair)
• Clive Atkins – Fire Protection Coatings Group
• Carrie Blackshaw   – Minster
• Sharon McClure – Avesta Scotland
• Nigel Morrey – Etex Building Performance
• Robert O’Byrne  – Tennants Building Products
• Jamie O’Hagan – Structural Fireproofing Systems
• Ian Outram   – CPG Europe
• Philip Sargent   – IFC Certification
• Bob Westcombe – Rockwool

ASFP CEO Steve Davies said: “While we continue to thank our returning Council members for their continuing support, we particularly welcome those who are newly elected.

“The ASFP Council plays a key role in guiding the strategic direction of the ASFP and we welcome the important input we receive from members who give up their valuable time. As the Association grows and we develop new services, this engagement is vital to ensure we continue to meet the changing needs of members from every category.”

Improving Competence and Quality

The ASFP is governed by an executive board and the council, while day-to-day management and operations are the responsibility of the CEO and officers.

The Association was formed in 1975 to bring together passive fire protection manufacturers, contractors and testing/certification bodies to encourage, develop and give guidance on essential standards in passive fire protection. It helps to raise standards and competence through training, testing, certification and quality of installation and maintenance.

It aims to advance knowledge and guidance on all aspects of ‘built-in’ fire protection; provide technical support and impartial advice; lead regulatory and behavioural change as an independent authority; and improve competence and quality through training.

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