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Rooflighting Best Practice Quickguide 10EN Fire rating requirements for use of rooflights in buildings - England

Publication Year

2024

Document Status

Withdrawn

Abstract

This document provides an overview of fire safety requirements as outlined in the Building Regulations England 2010, Approved Document B. Covering both Volume 1 (dwellings) and Volume 2 (buildings other than dwellings), these regulations serve as the primary guidance for ensuring statutory fire safety compliance in England. While they establish the standard framework for fire protection measures, alternative compliance routes may also be considered where appropriate.

Document History

Superseded by 'Fire classification requirements for the use of rooflights in buildings - England' (The Rooflight Association, 2025).

Publisher Information

The Rooflight Association

The trade association representing the UK’s rooflight industry develop standards and codes of practice in the provision of natural light in built environments. Publications cover all aspects of rooflight design, specification and installation. They were formerly known as NARM, the National Association of Rooflight Manufacturers.

Cawley Priory
South Pallant South Pallant
Chichester
RA
UK

Website: https://rooflightassociation.org/