Panic and emergency exit devices - BS EN 1125:2008 and BS EN 179:2008
Best Practice Guide
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Building Supplement
Series
Best Practice Guide
Abstract
Looks at the major issues to be considered during specification, ordering or using panic and emergency exit devices designed to meet the requirements of BS EN 1125:2008 and BS EN 179:2008. Looks at the scope of the relevant standards, classification, marking, CE marking, issues, quality assurance and conformity.
History
DHF 1013/v1/07:11. Best Practice Guide. Supersedes: Best Practice Guide - Panic and emergency exit devices to BS EN 1125 and BS EN 179 (DHF, 2009). First published as: Panic and emergency exit devices to BS EN 1125 and BS EN 179 - best practice guide (AHBM, 2003).
Subjects
- Windows and doors
- Door furniture
- Doors
Publisher History
The Door and Hardware Federation (DHF) was created from a merger of the Association of Builders' Hardware Manufacturers (ABHM) and the Door and Shutter Manufacturers' Association (DSMA) as a not-for-profit trade association for companies associated with locks and building hardware, doorsets, industrial doors and shutters, domestic garage doors and automated gates. They provide technical advice, training, knowledge and practical help.
Information
NBS
NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.
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