| Date | 2023-10-26 |
| Event start | 09:30 AM |
| Duration | 6 hrs 45 min ( from 9:30am to 4:15pm ) |
| Venue | School of the Arts, Singapore (SOTA) Drama Centre |
| CPD | 6 points |
| Contact | 6.45 |
| URL | Visit |
Synopsis
Designing with Fire in Mind: A Pathway to Architectural Excellence” offers an immersive exploration of how integrating fire safety measures into architectural design can yield outstanding results. This seminar goes beyond surface-level discussions and delves deep into the importance of prioritizing fire safety considerations from the very beginning of the design process. It emphasizes the idea that architects have the power to create buildings that not only excel in terms of aesthetics, functionality, and overall quality but also prioritize the protection and well-being of their occupants.
Speakers
Ar. Eng Yew Hoon
Principal architect of EzY Architects
Ar. Eng is the principal architect of EzY architects and an Registered Inspector (Arch) . She has been actively involved in SIA Regulation Codes & Standards Committee since 1993. She is currently the Chairperson of SIA-RCS- FSS subcommittee.
She is the member of the Fire Code Review Committee since Year 2000 and contributed to the revision of Fire Codes 2002, 2007, 2013 and the last launched Fire Code 2018. She was also the member of Review Committee for the review of Code of Practice for Fire Precautions in Rapid Transit Systems 2012 and 2017.
She has been appointed by the Commissioner of SCDF as the member of FSSD Audit inquiry Committee since 2014 and appointed by Ministry Of Home Affairs as the Chairperson of the Fire Safety Appeals Advisory Board between 2012 and 2016.
In recognition of her contributions made to SCDF, she was awarded "SCDF Star Customer Award “ in Year 2012" and conferred the Public Service Medal (PBM) in Year 2013.
She had also received “Honourable Mention – Fire Safety Design Excellence Award” in 2017 awarded jointly by NFEC and SCDF in recognition of her outstanding contribution towards achieving high standards in fire safety and compliance to the regulatory system.
Ar. Tan Swee Chin
Senior Architect – ADDP Architects LLP
Tan Swee Chin, Michelle graduated since 2006 and is a Registered Architect in Singapore. She is also both a BCA Universal Design Accessor and a Certified Facade Inspector.
Michelle’s experience covers project types from A&A, tenancy work, various types of residential developments include HDB, EC & Condominium and mixed used development with the scope start from feasibility study until project completion.
Michelle has enthusiasm and meticulous in her work. She is also passionate about good design and detailing. She is currently serving as SIA Fire Safety & Security Sub-Committee and SIA Development Control Sub-Committee.
Ms. Wendy Koh
With a start in the architectural field in 2003, Wendy began her career in Australia and returned to Singapore in 2009. As a member of the Singapore Institute of Architects, she dedicates her efforts to the SIA Fire Safety & Security Sub-Committee and the Alternative Dispute Resolution Committee. Wendy has had the privilege of working on a range of projects, big and small, across Singapore and Australia, focusing on creating functional and beautiful spaces that enhance people's lives.
Ar. Lim Chee Kean
Executive Architect, DCA Architects
Chee Kean graduated from the National University of Singapore (NUS) with a Masters of Architecture. He is a Registered Architect and a member of Singapore Institute of Architects.
He is currently serving in SIA Fire Safety & Security Sub-Committee.
Ar. Magdaline Yeo Hui Hoon
Magdaline is a Principal at Aedas with 18 years of architectural experience across an array of project typologies. She has led award-winning projects in Singapore such as Eclipse and the Restoration and Refurbishment of Raffles Hotel, and is currently the team leader for the Jurong Integrated Transport Hub.
She is currently serving as member of SIA Fire Safety and Security Sub-Committee.
Schedule
| Time |
Topic |
Description |
| 8.30am-9.30am | Registration | |
| 9.30am-9.35am | Seminar commences & Intro by moderator | |
| 9.35am-10.35am |
1 |
Fire Code 2023 Launching - 12th batch of amendments and beyond |
| 10.35am-11am | BREAK | |
| 11am-11.45am |
2 |
Dos & Donts and Misinterpretation of the codes |
| 11.45am-12.30pm |
3 |
Application of FC on Mixed Development Projects |
| 12.30pm-1pm | Q&A 1 with Officers from SCDF wi th Officers from SCDF | |
| 1pm-2.15pm | LUNCH | |
| 2.15pm-3pm |
4 |
Roles Of Architects For M&E Provisions In Fire Safety |
| 3pm-3.45pm |
5 |
Fire Safety Products & Materials Listing |
| 3.45pm-4.15pm | Q&A 2 with Officers from SCDF | |
| 4.15pm | END OF SEMINAR |