What is BS EN 516 - Installations for roof access about?
BS EN 516 applies to installations for roof access (building products) permanently fixed to the load-bearing construction of pitched roofs, to stand or to walk on during inspection, maintenance and repair of facilities on the roof.
Note: BS EN 516 does not apply to permanently fixed ladders on pitched roofs.
Who is BS EN 516 - Installations for roof access for?
BS EN 516 on installations for roof access is useful for:
- Construction industries
- Architects
- Civil engineers
- Manufacturers of roof products
- Testers of roof
- Builders
- contractors
Why should you use BS EN 516 - Installations for roof access?
Installation for roof access is a building product with a platform to stand or to walk on with one or more supports permanently fixed by means of associated fastening systems to the load-bearing construction of a pitched roof.
BS EN 516 specifies essential dimensions, materials to be used, requirements with respect to the load-bearing capacity of the installation for roof access fastened to the roof construction including their fastening system, and the extent of testing.
Overall, BS EN 516 assists you with the installation of roof access for walkways, treads, and steps.
