The Trusted Name in Passive Fire Protection

“Spanning over four decades, structural fireproofing systems ltd has been a recognised trusted name within the passive fire protection industry.”

Jamie O’Hagan

Managing Director

Our Mission

To protect life and property through technical expertise, quality workmanship and total transparency. Every installation we carry out is documented and certified to provide a full golden thread of information which you can rely on.

End-to-End Collaboration

We work alongside clients, designers, and contractors from the earliest design stages through to final certification.

Tested & Fully Traceable Systems

Every system we install is tested, installed to approved details, and backed by clear, auditable documentation.

Integrity & Accountability

We prioritise doing things the right way, with transparency, responsibility, and uncompromising safety standards.

Our services Discover our projects

Early Engagement

Compliant Installation

Documentation

Certification

Early Engagement

Compliant Installation

Documentation

Certification

Early Engagement

Compliant Installation

Documentation

Certification

Services

We deliver the complete passive fire protection package – managing every stage of the process from design coordination and specification through to installation, inspection, and certification.

Early Engagement

Design Coordination

Specification

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Structural Steel Fire Protection

Intumescent Paint

Boarding

Cementitious Spray

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Fire Door Installation & Remediation

Installation

Remediation & Upgrades

Maintenance

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GOLDEN THREAD & COMPLIANCE

With over 35 years of experience in passive fire protection, we understand that documentation, traceability, and accountability are just as important as the quality of the installation itself. That’s why we’ve built our entire process around delivering complete, auditable compliance from design through to project handover.

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Early Engagement

Early Engagement and Structured SFS Project Pack

Clear scope, compliant systems, fire strategy alignment and technical detailing agreed before works commence.

Traceable

Installation Photographic Evidence

Location-referenced installation records providing material and workmanship traceability.

Verified

QA/QC Inspection & Compliance Checks

Supervisor sign-offs, DFT readings (where applicable) and close-out procedures.

Certified

FIRAS Third-Party Accreditation

Independently audited delivered by certified operatives.

Protected

Complete Golden Thread Handover File

Digitally structured compliance documentation supporting ongoing inspection, maintenance and Building Safety Act obligations.

What Sets Us Apart

Choosing SFS means partnering with a company that combines technical excellence with decades of practical experience and industry engagement.

Recognised Industry Leaders

35 Years of Trusted Passive Fire Protection

Full Passive Fire Protection Package

Family Legacy of Excellence

Our Leadership Team

Our leadership team’s long-standing involvement with the Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) reflects our deep commitment to raising standards, promoting education, and driving positive change across the industry.

Jamie O’Hagan, Managing Director of Structural Fireproofing Systems Ltd, currently serves as Vice Chairman of the ASFP Council, representing the interests of fire protection contractors nationwide.

Danny Wilson, Financial Director of Structural Fireproofing Systems Ltd, is the Vice Chairman of the ASFP Young Leaders Group a role dedicated to help build the next generation of talent.

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A Family Legacy of Leadership

Our leadership continues a proud family tradition established by the late Jim O’Hagan, our former Director and Jamie’s father. Jim was a long-standing ASFP Council member and the recipient of the inaugural ASFP Lifetime Achievement Award — a recognition of his remarkable contribution to the fire protection industry over many decades.

This legacy of leadership continues to guide everything we do at SFS — from the way we train our teams to the quality of documentation and certification we provide to our clients.

Company Overview & History

Full Passive Fire Protection Package

At Structural Fireproofing Systems Ltd, we deliver the complete passive fire protection package — managing every stage of the process from design co-ordination and specification through to installation, inspection and certification.

Established in 1991, SFS has grown to become one of the UK’s leading specialist passive fire protection contractors, delivering projects ranging from single-building remediation schemes to multi-site programmes across thousands of dwellings. Our integrated approach means clients have one trusted partner responsible for the fire integrity of their building, from the earliest design engagement through to the final certified handover.

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“What really makes SFS stand out from the rest is the high level of technical support they provide their clients from start to finish. SFS have shown they have the competency and know how when it comes to passive fire protection, and their quality of workmanship is second to none.”

Promat

National Specification Manager

“SFS itself has become a trusted name in the industry, delivering projects nationwide across schools, hospitals, commercial developments, and industrial facilities. The company’s reputation for quality and its commitment to accredited, certified solutions reflect the same philosophy that Jamie brings to his new role within the ASFP.”

AFSP Ignite

SFS provided a consistently high standard of technical assistance across compartmentation assessment, fire door inspection, and fire engineering activities within a complex and fully operational acute hospital environment. Their work demonstrated a strong level of technical competence and a clear understanding of healthcare fire safety principles and statutory requirements.

Healthcare – Gloucestershire Managed Services

Senior Fire Safety Project Manager

SFS have provided great firestopping services on multiple projects I’ve worked on. They provide guidance when unique firestopping details are required, they provide high-quality labour when it’s required by the site team, and they are commercially easy to work with.

Residential Quote – EdgePS

Cost Manager

SFS are a trusted partner for us in providing Fire Door compliance services on behalf of our client. They consistently deliver high-quality workmanship on time and provide clear, comprehensive documentation to assist our clients in complying with relevant legislation/standards. A first-class contractor that prioritises safety, precision and professionalism

Commercial Quote – Mitie Technical Services

Head of Programmes

In my role as a Design Manager, I have worked with Structural Fireproofing Systems (SFS) many times, notably on the St Christopher’s SEND Schools in Lincoln and Brookmead Academy in Leicester. The SFS team are proactive and happy to engage early in the process, working closely with the design team and manufacturers to ensure the most appropriate and buildable passive fire protection details are developed and incorporated into the project. This collaborative approach helped drive efficiencies in both programme and cost. I would have no hesitation in recommending SFS, their knowledge, professionalism and workmanship in passive fire protection is top drawer.

Education Quote – Wates

Senior Design Manager

PROJECTS

Our projects demonstrate the breadth of passive fire protection solutions delivered by Structural Fireproofing Systems Ltd.

Across new-build developments and remediation programmes, we work alongside contractors, consultants and building owners to install compliant fire protection systems that safeguard structures and occupants. Each project reflects our commitment to technical accuracy, quality workmanship and full compliance with industry standards.

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust | Case Study

Healthcare

SFS delivered firestopping and compartmentation upgrades across multiple wards at Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust without disrupting patient care.

Compartmentation Upgrades

Firestopping

Belper Health Hub | Case Study | SFS

Healthcare

SFS delivered structural steel fire protection and firestopping works at Belper Health Hub, including design consultation and fire protective board installation.

Firestopping

Structural Fire Protection

Castle Wharf, Nottingham | Firestopping Case Study

Residential & Social Housing

SFS delivered firestopping works at Castle Wharf, Nottingham in line with an approved Project Pack, achieving full fire safety compliance with complete QA records.

Firestopping

A portfolio of projects demonstrating SFS’s expertise in delivering compliant passive fire protection within complex construction environments.

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Sectors

Over the past 35 years, Structural Fireproofing Systems Ltd has delivered passive fire protection solutions across almost every type of building environment.

From occupied residential properties to high-risk healthcare facilities, our experience ensures every system we install is appropriate for the setting, aligned with the relevant fire strategy, and fully compliant with national standards and the Building Safety Act.

We understand that no two buildings are the same. That’s why we tailor our approach to meet the operational, safety, and compliance demands of each sector. Applying our technical knowledge and proven processes to deliver consistent and certified results.