Non provision of door closers (issued 18.08.2006)
Ministerial View
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Core Supplement
Series
Ministerial View
Abstract
Cites Standard 2.9 on escape in the Domestic Technical Handbook as the area over which there is doubt over compliance. Provides the technical context to explain how the issue has arisen and the key elements of the ministerial response, including interpretation of guidance.
History
This series relates the view of Scottish ministers on the details of cases referred to the SBSA. Each case is treated anonymously. Ministerial Views are now issued under the Scottish Government publisher name.
Subjects
- Building control
- Fire
- Legal issues and management
- Special subject areas
- Means of escape
- Building control, Scotland
Publisher History
The Scottish Building Standards Agency has been re-integrated into the Scottish Government and has become part of a new directorate for the Built Environment which includes Planning and Architectural Policy. It is now known as Scottish Building Standards (SBS).
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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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