BS 7273-4:2007
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Code of practice for the operation of fire protection measures Actuation of release mechanisms for doors
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30-06-2015
BS 7273-4:2015+A2:2023
BS 7273-4:2015
BS 7273-4:2015+A1:2021
English
30-04-2007
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Foreword
Introduction
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Terms and definitions
4 Applications for mechanisms for unlocking and
release of doors
5 Categories of actuation
6 Exchange of information and definition of
responsibilities
7 Variations from the recommendations of this standard
8 Methods of actuation
9 Mechanisms for unlocking and release of doors
10 System design
11 Monitoring, integrity and reliability of actuation
arrangements
12 Manual release controls
13 Special considerations for the design of any associated
fire detection and fire alarm system
14 Power supplies
15 Cables, wiring and other interconnections
16 Acoustically-actuated systems
17 Radio-actuated systems
18 Electromagnetic compatibility
19 Electrical safety
20 Door signage
21 Commissioning
22 Maintenance
Annexes
Annex A (informative) Choice of appropriate category of
actuation
Annex B (informative) Typical actuation arrangements for
release mechanisms
Annex C (informative) Example of a suitable sign for a
manual release control
Annex D (informative) Model commissioning certificate
Bibliography
Provides recommendations for the design, installation, commissioning and maintenance of electrical control arrangements for actuation of mechanisms that unlock, release or open doors in the event of fire.
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FSH/12/4
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| DevelopmentNote |
Supersedes 06/30133094 DC. (04/2007) Reviewed and confirmed by BSI, March 2013. (03/2013)
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| DocumentType |
Standard
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| Pages |
70
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| PublisherName |
British Standards Institution
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| Status |
Superseded
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| Supersedes |
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