BS 8213-1:2004

This standard BS 8213-1:2004 Windows doors and rooflights is classified in these ICS categories:

• 91.060.50 Doors and windows

This part of BS 8213 gives recommendations on the design, construction, operation and maintenance of windows, including door height windows, for safety in use and during cleaning, including safe opening characteristics and the arrangement of window controls, to safeguard occupants and passers-by. The recommendations for safety for windows also apply to roof windows, where relevant. Guidance on safety for rooflights is excluded from this document.

Annex A gives examples of reach capabilities. Annex B gives recommendations on safety restrictors. Annex C sets out basic guidance on design for safe cleaning and maintenance of external and internal glazing at height. Annex D sets out recommendations for safe working practices in the use of portable ladders where necessary, after assessment of the use of the other methods of safe temporary access given in Annex C.

NOTE This code of practice is not intended to offer comprehensive guidance for maintenance and redecoration of windows, where more specific safety measures are required.