With the increased demand for safety in public areas and buildings, contractors are now being advised to install materials that are non-hazardous to members of the public in case of fire. It is now understood that smoke and poisonous fumes can be a greater risk to lives than that of fire alone.

The biggest issue is the full understanding of what is a true low smoke halogen free cable (LSHF, LSZH, LSOH)

A  low smoke halogen free  flame retardant range of cables, which are suitable for control on static installation or for occasional flexing operations. This range of cables can be used in  public facilities, airports, railway stations and constructions, particularly where human and  animal life as well as valuable property are exposed to a high risk of fire hazards.