Guide To Fire Regulations For Windows

Guide to Fire Regulations for Windows – Fire regulations are very important to be observed when replacing windows. Think for a moment, if there was a fire in your bedroom, could a fireman enter with all his equipment, could you escape from you bedroom. If the answers to these questions is NO, then you have a major problem.

Common Sense Guide To Fire Regulations For Windows

At least one side hung vent must give to a clear opening of at least 0.33 square meters. We would suggest this should be 0.4 square meters to be comfortable. To make this simple if a window opening is 600mm wide then we suggest it should be a minimum of 700mm in height. No locking handle should be on this opening sash, it should be easy openable in the event of fire.

Handles & Restrictors

Key-Operated Locks: When windows are manufactured the type of handle and locking systems is determind by the manufacturers. For casement windows they are usually a press button handle with a restrictor on the frame. For tilt and turn they are determined by the manufacturer on the basis of the information provided by the retailer. They can vary, but it is not advisable to lock widows in any bedroom, in case there is an emergency. Normally the operation of the handle is beyond the capability of a young child.

Combined Solutions: Some windows can accommodate both key-locking handles and releasable child-proof stays, but this can add complexity and may not be ideal in a stressful emergency.