# Congested Riser Cupboards ### Issue Image: ![[Pasted image 20250131103858.png]] ## Issue Description: - Service cupboards are often undersized by consultants, leaving insufficient space for proper installation and maintenance of services. - Fire-stopping requirements are frequently overlooked in design, leading to non-compliant installations or costly modifications. - Limited space makes it challenging to achieve full compliance with fire safety and accessibility standards. ## Actions to Prevent this Issue: - [ ] Service Consultants shall prepare 1:20 drawings of each floor's service cupboards and nominate and depict the fire-stopping methods on those drawings and any associated meters. - [ ] Architect shall prepare standard service cupboards for all services including Water, Electrical, Mechanical and Fire ## Source