DOST-FPRDI Pushes for Science-Based Research, Tests, for Fire-Safe Construction

DOST urges fire-safe construction following Hong Kong bamboo fire incidents

The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is advocating for stronger fire-safe construction practices in the wake of recent residential fires in Hong Kong. In a Friday press release, the Forest Products Research and Development Institute (DOST-FPRDI) said it has been conducting studies to assess the fire resilience of bamboo, a material used in the …

DOST-FPRDI pushes for science-based research, tests, for fire-safe construction

The recent fire incident in HK has sparked conversations over the use of bamboo poles in construction. People are concerned— how safe is bamboo against fire? DOST-FPRDI’s Fire Testing Laboratory evaluates samples under ISO 11925-2 (Ignitability) and ASTM E69 (Combustibility) standards, and is open to the public. The DOST-Forest Products Research and Development Institute (DOST-FPRDI)