BS 6336:1998

This standard BS 6336:1998 Guide to the development of fire tests, the presentation of test data and the role of tests in hazard assessment is classified in these ICS categories:

• 13.220.40 Ignitability and burning behaviour of materials and products
• 13.220.50 Fire-resistance of building materials and elements

This British Standard provides guidance on the development and use of fire tests, including advice on the circumstances when new tests should be standardized. It sets the need for fire tests into the context of the assessment of fire hazard.

Recommendations on the use of related terminology are included as is a qualitative outline of fire theory.

Provides guidance on the development and use of fire tests, including advice on circumstances when new tests should be standardized.