Welcome to The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP), the UK’s leading trade association dedicated to the advancement of passive fire protection. Founded in 1975, we bring together manufacturers, contractors, and testing/certification bodies to encourage, develop, and provide guidance on essential standards in passive fire protection.

Our Mission

At the ASFP, our mission is to serve and represent the needs of our members and the wider passive fire protection industry. We aim to raise standards and competence through training, testing, certification, and quality of installation and maintenance.

Why Choose Us?

Industry Leadership: As the UK’s leading trade association, we are at the forefront of passive fire protection, driving standards and innovation.
Comprehensive Representation: We bring together manufacturers, contractors, and testing/certification bodies, ensuring a unified approach to advancing fire protection standards.
Commitment to Excellence: We are committed to raising standards and improving competence through training, testing, certification, and quality of installation and maintenance.
Guidance and Support: We aim to advance knowledge and guidance on all aspects of ‘built-in’ fire protection, providing technical support and impartial advice.