Document Status
Current
Supplement
Core Supplement
Series
BS EN
Abstract
Considers the test methods to determine fire resistance of open-state cavity barriers and applies to non-loadbearing cavity barriers in either vertical or horizontal orientation. Does not apply to cavity barriers with penetration seals, or closed cavity barriers. Covers test equipment, conditions, specimen, installation, conditioning and procedure.
History
See National foreword for information from the UK committee, who voted against approval as an European Standard.
ISBN
9780539206098
Subjects
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Special subject areas
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Fire
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Fire resistance
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Smoke control
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Fire protection
Publisher History
With over 100 years of experience the British Standards Institute is recognised as the UK’s National standards body. Their committees work with the manufacturing and service industries, government, businesses and consumers to facilitate the production of British, European and International standards.
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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