Document Status
Current
Supplement
Core Supplement
Series
Rooflighting Best Practice Quickguide
Abstract
Focuses on rooflights, providing an overview of technical requirements as outlined in the non-domestic and domestic technical handbooks 2023, which define the fire safety requirements applying to buildings in Scotland.
History
Supersedes Rooflighting Best Practice Quickguide 10SC: 'Fire rating requirements for use of rooflights in buildings - Scotland' (The Rooflight Association, 2024).
Subjects
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Roofs
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Special subject areas
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Rooflights
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Building structure
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Environmental issues/energy
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Thermal insulation
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Windows and doors
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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