WHAT IS REGULATION 14?
Regulation 14 states that;
- “Every window or other transparent or translucent surface in a wall or partition and every transparent or translucent surface in a door or gate shall, where necessary for reasons of health and safety:
- be of safety material or be protected against breakage of the transparent or translucent material;
- be appropriately marked or incorporate features so as, in either case, to make it apparent.”
HOW DOES REGULATION 14 AFFECT ME?
The regulation expects action “where necessary for reasons of health or safety”. A survey must therefore be undertaken to assess every window or other transparent or translucent surface in a wall, partition, or door or gate to establish whether there is a risk of anyone being hurt if people or objects come into contact with it, or if it breaks.
If there is no risk, no further action is required. If there is a risk then action will be necessary to comply with the regulation. You will be required to:
- Reduce the likelihood of glass breakage occurrence by increasing glass visibility.
- Reduce the effects of glass breakage when i does occur by ensuring that the glass breaks safely.
Failing to meet Health and Safety regulations can result in severe penalties.
WINDOW FILM… AN IDEAL SOLUTION
Increase Glazing Safety
The application of safety window film to existing glazing to upgrade it to be in accordance with EN12600 (2B2) safety standards is still the most widely used method since Regulation 14 was implemented in 1992. Safety window films are completely clear and virtually undetectable when installed.
Increase Glazing Visibility
The application of decorative window film or manifestation can also help to achieve compliancy by increasing the visibility of the high risk glazing. It may be in the form of broken or solid lines, patterns, or company logos.
Solar Tints have many years of experience in providing accurate, unbiased guidance on this and other glass related safety legislation.
We can adapt our reports to include only glass within critical locations or expand our details to incorporate other areas of concern identified in other glass safety related legislation and guidance.
Recommendations are presented in a clear form with costing provided for compliance including the application of Safety Window Film and/or, if required, glass replacement.
Contact us to find out more about how this legislation affects you and the solutions available to assist you in complying with your obligations.