Does this downlight need an extra fire hood?

[billywolfe]

I am looking to replace some downlights with these http://www.screwfix.com/p/halolite-satin-nickel-12v/20520#product_additional_details_container
These seem to already have a fire rated hood built in, so would I be correct in thinking that they would not need any other external hood? Also, can anyone tell me if these hoods are any good for covering other existing downlights? :- http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/5-x-Fire-...100009&prg=10670&rk=4&rkt=10&sd=281456646769.
The downlights are in a plasterboard ceiling.
Thanks in advance....

 

[RF Lighting]

Why do you think your down lights need to be fire rated?

 

[billywolfe]

Hi RF Lighting,
I was given advice by an electrician a few months ago that all downlights should be hooded. I have a bungalow, so the top part of the downlight protrudes into the loft. I have a 2 inch space around the downlights i.e. free of installation. Also, by googling I have found references such as this : "When a hole is cut into a ceiling to mount a recessed downlight into, a potential fire hazard is created. Plaster board ceilings (for example) have a natural ability to act as a fire barrier. In any building where people maybe living or inhabiting above, the ceiling below must be fire rated. Fire rated downlights are used to restore the fire integrity of a ceiling"........"The Electrical Safety Council (ESC) recommends that fire rated downlights should be used in all ceilings, regardless of which type of building they are being installed in. "
I am currently redecorating and have taken 5 downlights out of the ceiling. These are a few years old and are not fire rated. I am really looking at the safety aspect as well as convenience as I could easily do the job now.
Thanks.

 

[RF Lighting]

If you're in a bungalow then you 100% do not need fire rated anything.

 

[billywolfe]

If you're in a bungalow then you 100% do not need fire rated anything.

Could you expand on that please RF?

 

[AndyPRK]

Even by your own words your ok assuming no one is living in your loft!

 

[billywolfe]

Thanks both. I have read more about this now and it seems that most people agree with you that there is no need for them in this situation.

 

[ban-all-sheds]

"The Electrical Safety Council (ESC) recommends that fire rated downlights should be used in all ceilings, regardless of which type of building they are being installed in. "

They are well known for their bizarre ideas.