Code for Construction Product Information (CCPI)
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Developed by the Construction Products Association, CCPI is in response to one of the key findings of the enquiry into the Grenfell fire which confirmed that shortcomings in product information had contributed to the disaster.
Particular concern was raised about inadequate specifier guidance, product information, marketing materials and performance testing claims.
The UK is raising the bar on performance information supplied with construction products with Issue 1 of the CCPI, published in September 2021.
What is the CCPI?
Covering all construction products and systems, the Code asks all those involved in marketing, sales, distribution and installation of construction products to ensure that information provided to buyers is clear, unambiguous, accurate, up-to-date and accessible.
The WPA Code of Practice for Industrial Wood Preservation (January 2021) groups the applications for treated wood into Use Classes, the main three being:
Interior: Use class 2
Exterior: Use class 3(u) and Use class 4
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