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Current Legislation & Compliance
BS EN 16005 - SAFETY STANDARDS FOR AUTOMATIC DOORS
What is BS EN 16005?
BS EN 16005 is a European standard that specifies the safety requirements for automatic pedestrian doors. It encompasses the design, installation, and maintenance of these doors, along with the essential safety features and sensors they should include. This standard is relevant to all types of automatic doors, such as sliding, swing, and folding doors.
The primary objective of the standard is to guarantee that automatic door systems are safe and user-friendly for everyone, particularly individuals with disabilities or mobility challenges. Additionally, it seeks to reduce the risk of accidents and injuries that may arise from improper use or malfunctions of automatic doors.
What are the Key Requirements of BS EN 16005?
BS EN 16005 outlines a range of requirements for automatic doors, including:
- Safety Sensors: Automatic doors must be equipped with safety sensors that detect obstructions and prevent the doors from closing on people or objects.
- Safety Zones: The area around automatic doors must be clear of obstructions to prevent accidents or injuries from occurring.
- Emergency Escape: In the event of a power failure or other emergency, automatic doors must be designed to allow for emergency egress.
- Signage: Automatic doors must be clearly marked with signage indicating their presence and the direction of opening.
- Maintenance: Regular maintenance is required to ensure the safe and efficient operation of automatic doors.
What Does BS EN 16005 Mean for Your Business?
If your business features automatic doors or you're considering the installation of an automatic door system, it's crucial to ensure compliance with BS EN 16005. Non-compliance with this standard may lead to accidents, injuries, or potential legal consequences. Adhering to the standard not only showcases your dedication to safety and accessibility but can also enhance your reputation and draw in more customers.
To achieve compliance, collaborate with a reliable installer and maintenance provider knowledgeable about the standard's requirements. Additionally, regular maintenance and inspections are vital to guarantee that your automatic doors function safely and efficiently.
BS EN 12453 - SAFETY STANDARDS FOR AUTOMATATED GATES & DOORS
What is BS EN 12453:2017?
The British/European standards BS EN12453:2017 have succeeded several older standards from 2000 and 2001. These updated standards are designed to minimise risks associated with automated gates and doors. They place particular emphasis on the safety of the control system components and ensure compliance with requirements for basic strength, stability, and testing, especially in scenarios where force limitation serves as the main method for ensuring safety.
The requirement for force limitation is not to exceed the existing force limits (400 N for crushing and 1400 N for impact).
What are the Key Requirements of BS EN 12453:2017?
All designers and installers of electrically powered gates must ensure that the forces exerted by the gate upon encountering a person or an obstacle are restricted and do not exceed the aforementioned limits. These forces should be measured according to BS EN 12445:2017, which outlines the safety standards for industrial, commercial, and garage doors and gates, along with the testing methods for power-operated doors. The system's performance must be validated before the gate is put into operation.
In addition to force limitation, extra safety measures, such as pressure-sensitive strips along the closing edge and photoelectric sensing devices, should be installed if the risk assessment deems the gate to be high risk—particularly if it operates automatically in public areas where children and other members of the public may be present.
Other hazards related to the gate's opening and closing mechanisms, such as crushing, shearing, impact, and drawing-in risks, should also be addressed. BS EN 12453:2017 provides examples of these hazard points, including the opening edge, gaps in the gate where it interacts with fixed structures, and the drive mechanism. (Note: relying solely on force limitation may not suffice to mitigate these hazards.)
What Does BS EN 12453:2017 Mean for Your Business?
Individuals or organisations responsible for powered gates should regularly review their risk assessments to identify any changes in the environment or operating conditions and ensure they have taken appropriate actions to mitigate those risks. This becomes especially crucial when the management responsibility for the gate shifts from one person or organisation to another.
Forces should be routinely re-measured and evaluated as part of a planned preventative maintenance schedule for the gates.
BS 7036:1996 - SAFETY STANDARDS FOR POWERED DOORS FOR PEDESTRIAN USE
What is BS 7036:1996?
BS 7036:1996 is the code of practice for safety at powered doors for pedestrian use. It is published in five parts, part one is general, parts two to five are specific to door type.
Given the complexity of this legislation, we suggest seeking additional guidance.
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