The Standards
Fire doors play a crucial role in building safety, and their performance is governed by strict testing standards worldwide. This page outlines the details of each standard — BS 476 Part 22, EN 1634-1, IS 3614:2021, and UL 10C—detailing their requirements and how they ensure fire doors provide effective protection in the event of a fire.
BS 476 Part 22
Applicable in the United Kingdom and several Commonwealth countries, specifying fire resistance testing methods for doors, shutters, and building elements in accordance with UK fire safety regulations.
EN 1634-1
Applicable across Europe and widely recognised internationally as the primary fire resistance testing standard for doors, shutters, and building hardware under the European CE marking system.
IS 3614:2021
Applicable in India, governing the fire resistance testing of doors and shutters as per Indian fire safety regulations.