Independent review into 2DP fire/structural safety

The Education Estates Directorate (EED) within the Department for Education (DfE) continually review the standards and assurance processes used to deliver school and college buildings through our capital delivery programmes. 2D panelised construction is a type of Modern Methods of Construction (MMC). MMC is a broad term used for innovative technologies and practices to improve speed, efficiency and sustainability in construction. In 2019, MHCLG developed a definition framework for MMC. In summary: • Category 1 – Volumetric Modular – 3D Primary Structural Systems • Category 2 – Panelised Modular – 2D Primary Structural Systems • Category 3 to 7 – Other manufacturing process (including 3D printing, digital systems and non-structural components). This contract will support a wider review to see where improvements can be made to the department’s current approach to delivering buildings using load-bearing 2D panelised construction. This will ensure we continue to deliver buildings that provide an excellent learning environment.