Fire classification requirements for the use of rooflights in buildings - Wales
Rooflighting Best Practice Quickguide 10WA
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Core Supplement
Series
Rooflighting Best Practice Quickguide
Abstract
Provides an overview of fire safety requirements as outlined in the Building Regulations Wales 2010, Approved Document B Fire safety, with a focus on rooflights. Approved Document B consists of Volume 1 (Dwellinghouses) and Volume 2 (Buildings other than dwellinghouses) and defines fire safety requirements which apply to buildings in Wales.
History
Supersedes Rooflighting Best Practice Quickguide 10WA: 'Fire rating requirements for use of rooflights in buildings - Wales' (The Rooflight Association, 2024).
Subjects
- Roofs
- Windows and doors
- Thermal insulation
- Environmental issues/energy
- Building structure
- Rooflights
- Special subject areas
Publisher History
The trade association representing the UK’s rooflight industry develop standards and codes of practice in the provision of natural light in built environments. Publications cover all aspects of rooflight design, specification and installation. They were formerly known as NARM, the National Association of Rooflight Manufacturers.
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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