981 assaabloy.com Loss Prevention Standard (LPS) 1175 LPS 1175 is another voluntary approval scheme operated by LPCB that relates to security but instead of looking at each piece of hardware in turn, it vets an entire building component such as doorset, free standing barriers and security enclosures. The standard evaluates the intruder resistance of the assembly by subjecting it to a manual attack test. There are a number of different grades (1-8) with severity of testing increasing as security rating level increases. The testing uses pre-determined tool kits and attack times which can be up to 20 minutes. Low security rated tool kits are limited to handheld tools while the upper security rated tool kits include power tools, carbide tips etc. Given the intensity of the attack testing, this standard is mainly used on high security hardware fitted on secure, typically metal, doorsets. Environments for use are generally high security commercial project specifications such as Government offices, detention areas, data centres etc. Some of the hardware within this manual have been included in successful LPS 1175 testing, but as a component of the tested system, cannot claim compliance with the standard in its own right. Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) With increasing focus being given to the environmental impact of creating and maintaining buildings, it is helpful to be able to evaluate this for different hardware ranges. The EPD is a means to evaluating the impact of sourcing raw materials required, manufacturing and shipping an item. Within a construction project, the environmental impact of all hardware specified is small, but it is still important to acknowledge it. Certifire This optional accreditation scheme is another means of demonstrating fire door suitability. Within the scheme there are requirements for both individual hardware and doorsets. Unlike CE marking, the issued certificates are published online by the issuing agency for public viewing and so offers a clear summary of approval for metal and/ or timber doors as well as what time frames are approved. Certifire also makes it possible to “share” approval across hardware and doorsets. If a Certifire approved doorset has a faulty lock, the lock can be replaced with any other Certifire approved lockcase without need for a fire re-test of new doorset combination or sourcing a like-for like replacement lock. Approved Document Part Q (ADQ) Alongside safety, security is a significant consideration when specifying hardware and Approved Document Q contains guidance on security in new dwellings, including measures to avoid unauthorised entrance to homes and flats within a building. Covering residential doors and windows only, the document lays out requirements of complete assemblies to be installed (such as LPS 1175) and the critical hardware items that should be Kitemarked as well as recommendations on how to install them. Kitemark (KM) The Kitemark scheme is one of the most popular means of identifying hardware that offers a pre-determined level of security. Approval is gained by completing testing to selected British standards (that are often based on EU standards) but with additional General Vulnerability Assessment (GVA) which puts the product though a manual attack test. Annual factory audits are required alongside the annual mechanical test checks. The GVA is conducted by experts using a pre-determined toolkit and with a limited attack time. Intended to replicate an opportunistic burglary, the toolkit is limited to hand tools only and the scheme is mainly used on residential products such as front door locks (single to multipoint), cylinders, escutcheons, handles and letterplates. Compliance is shown by displaying KM logo and licence number of product and packaging. Secured By Design Another optional accreditation is Secured by Design (SBD), the official police security initiative that works to improve the security of buildings and their immediate surroundings to provide safe places to live, work, shop and visit. SBD’s product-based accreditation scheme – the Police Preferred Specification - provides a recognised standard for all security products that can deter and reduce crime. Secured by Design approval of hardware is normally further endorsement of an item’s attack resistant properties based on existing testing and approvals such as a Kitemark. It should be noted that the program also offers guidance and advice on making complete buildings and spaces safe and secure which means that complete projects can be granted SBD approval, and not just the hardware within this manual. Standards and legislation
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