In the building design and construction industry, ensuring the safety of occupants and property is a critical priority. One of the most important aspects of building safety is fire protection. There are various ways to approach fire safety, but one of the most reliable and effective methods is through passive systems. This type of protection focuses on building materials and design strategies that contain and limit the spread of fire without the need for active intervention. In this blog, we’ll explore what passive systems are; why they’re important; how they function within a building; and the role that companies like Tfire play in these systems.