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Design checklist: car park ventilation and smoke control

What to check in a jet-fan ventilation and smoke control design for a car park in Eastern Europe, Moldova and the South Caucasus: codes, fans, controls, CFD justification, equipment documents and the inputs a layout needs.

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  • Codes and standards: EN 12101-3 (smoke and heat exhaust fans), CEN/TS 12101-11 (horizontal-flow smoke control in enclosed car parks) and the national fire code of the country of construction.
  • Fan documents in the EU: CE marking and the Declaration of Performance (DoP) under Regulation (EU) No 305/2011, and what to check in a DoP.
  • Moldova, Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan: where national conformity rules apply (Armenia is an EAEU member).
  • Daily ventilation: CO dilution design, CO and NO₂ sensors, speed stages, zones.
  • Fire mode: scenarios, start-up sequence, delayed start near the fire, power supply and cables.
  • CFD justification: which scenarios and criteria to set and what the report should contain.
  • Inputs a jet-fan layout calculation needs.

This checklist is a reference aid and does not replace a project design. Check code requirements against the current editions in the country of construction.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is the checklist really free?

Yes. We only ask for your name and e-mail to see who uses the material and to answer questions about your project if needed. We do not send newsletters.

Does it apply to above-ground car parks?

Yes. Most items apply to any enclosed car park; points specific to underground levels are marked.

How often is it updated?

When the standards and codes change. The current edition is October 2026.

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