GU10 CFL query with fire hood???

[Rad1o]

I am going to replace a ceiling light with GU10 down lighters.
I have been reading about the different types of bulbs.

We will probabaly go for a series of 9W CFLs.
They will be fitted in the ceiling space which contains some insulation ( rock wool or "dog fur")
There is no living space above the light, just void in a flat / pitched roof.
The CFL bulbs are deamed "cool running".

Now.... Do I need to cover the lights with fire hoods?

The reason I am asking is when we had a bathroom done next door the electrician fitted hoods over MR16 halogen downlighters. At that time fire rated downlighters were not very common.

 

[Chri5]

No fire hoods required, but some air around the fitting is needed.

Either pull the insulation away or buy some

Fire guard loft brace

 

[PrenticeBoyofDerry]

You must also consider part C of the building regulations.
To avoid excessive moisture transfer to roof voids.
This would be a common procedure if the room where the lights are, is a kitchen, bath/shower room where high humidity would be found. But even bedrooms can suffer from high humidity.