Another phase of fire safety works is set to take place at nine council-owned tower blocks in Pendleton in the aftermath of London’s Grenfell fire tragedy.
Works will begin in communal areas from Monday 27 November, following improvements to the emergency lighting systems.
Further safety work is being carried out to each block to make the corridors and common areas safer including the replacement of some communal doors to comply with the most recent Fire Risk Assessments.
Councillor John Merry, Deputy City Mayor at Salford City Council, said: “I’d like to thank residents for their patience as we make these blocks as safe as possible. We want to ensure residents can enjoy all the benefits of an insulated cladding system which meets the highest fire safety standards. Disruption will be kept to an absolute minimum.
“In the absence of detailed national guidance we have had to make reasonable decisions based on the advice of the fire service and technical experts. The safety and welfare of our residents comes first and is our upmost priority.’’
“This is the first of a series of announcements, as permanent cladding solutions are further developed. We anticipate being able to communicate plans early in the new year with our PFI contractor, Pendleton Together Operating Limited.”
Salford City Council announced on Friday 23 June that cladding on the blocks would be removed in advance of the results of government tests.
Since then boards made out of a cement material have been used to cover insulation where cladding has been removed from the lower three floors. Enhanced fire safety measures remain on all nine blocks, including 24/7 patrols.
The works will take place on, Thorn Court,Spruce Court, Beech Court, Plane Court Salix Court, Malus Court, Whitebeam, Hornbeam and Holm Court.
