The Society of Fire Protection Engineers hosted the 15th SFPE Fire Safety Conference & Expo on Performance-Based Design in Copenhagen from the 17th to 19th of April 2024. This biennial event gathered global experts for presentations, case studies, and discussions on the latest trends in fire safety engineering. The conference highlighted the significant growth of fire safety engineering over the past 30 years, driven by performance-based building and fire codes. This approach has enabled engineers to collaborate closely with architects, contributing to creative design processes and cost-effective construction.

A key focus of the conference was on the future of building and fire regulatory systems, the evolving role of fire protection engineers in innovative designs, and advancements in fire modelling and risk assessment. Additionally, the event addressed topics such as fire protection engineering education, professional competence, and product certification. Attendees had the opportunity to network, connect with industry leaders, and participate in technical seminars to earn Professional Development Hours, emphasising the importance of continuous learning and engagement in the field.

Additionally, Assoc. Prof. Vladimir Mozer presented an engaging 2-day workshop on Fire Risk Assessment at #SFPEPBD024 in Copenhagen. The workshop offered a timely reminder of the fundamentals of fire risk assessment, highlighting the value of probabilistic risk-based analysis alongside deterministic approaches. A due diligence approach using qualitative or semi-qualitative analysis was emphasised as a powerful tool for performance-based fire engineering design.