The British Woodworking Federation has published new technical guidance for door and window manufacturers
New guidance to help door and window manufacturers meet building regulations compliance has been published.
Part Q of the building regulations for England aims to improve the security standards of windows and doors fitted in new homes. They must meet the security requirements of PAS 24. The guidance from the British Woodworking Federation (BWF) outlines how to ensure firms meet this regulation.
Kevin Underwood, technical director at the BWF, said: “For the woodworking sector, Part Q presents us with new challenges on the security rating of doors and windows in new build homes, including new homes created by a change of use, such as barn conversions.
“The regulations were introduced last October, but the implications are only just being felt now with the latest wave of new home registrations. It will be imposed on all sites by October this year at the latest.
“As part of the building regulations in England, the new Part Q falls within the jurisdiction of the Building Control Officer. As a consequence, we think it is set to be rigorously enforced.”
The guidance can be viewed here:Â http://bwf.org.uk/publications/windows
