CEN/TC 72/WG 14 - Self-contained smoke alarms
To prepare standards for self-contained smoke alarms for use in domestic and like premises.
Self-contained smoke alarms
To prepare standards for self-contained smoke alarms for use in domestic and like premises.
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CEN/TC 72/WG 14 is a Working Group within the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). It is named "Self-contained smoke alarms" and is responsible for: To prepare standards for self-contained smoke alarms for use in domestic and like premises. This committee has published 4 standards.
CEN/TC 72/WG 14 develops CEN standards. The scope of work includes: To prepare standards for self-contained smoke alarms for use in domestic and like premises. Currently, there are 4 published standards from this working group.
The European Committee for Standardization (CEN) is a public standards organization that brings together the national standardization bodies of 34 European countries. CEN provides a platform for developing European Standards (ENs) and other technical documents in relation to various products, materials, services, and processes, supporting the European Single Market.
A Working Group in CEN is a specialized group responsible for developing standards or technical work within a defined scope. These bodies bring together international experts to create consensus-based standards that support global trade, safety, and interoperability.
Corrects EN 14604:2005 (00072023)
TC - Modification to Clause 1, Scope.
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This document specifies requirements, test methods, performance criteria, and manufacturer's instructions for smoke alarms that operate using scattered light, transmitted light or ionization, intended for household or similar residential application.
This document includes additional requirements for smoke alarms, which are also suitable for use in leisure accommodation vehicles.
For the testing of other types of smoke alarms, or smoke alarms working on different principles, this document should only be used for guidance. Special features of smoke alarms, such as radio interlinking or special characteristics and developed for specific risks, are not covered by this document.
This document allows, although it does not require, the inclusion within the smoke alarm of facilities for interconnection with other similar smoke alarms and/or accessories, and for alarm silencing. Where such facilities are included, this document specifies applicable requirements.
This document does not cover devices intended for incorporation in systems using separate control and indicating equipment.
NOTE Certain types of smoke alarms contain radioactive materials. The national requirements for radiation protection differ from country to country and they are not specified in this document. Such smoke alarms should, however, comply with the applicable national requirements.
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This document does not cover the requirements for devices intended for incorporation in systems using control and indicating equipment for fire detection and fire alarm systems
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This document does not cover the requirements for devices intended for incorporation in systems using control and indicating equipment for fire detection and fire alarm systems
- Draft96 pagesEnglish languagee-Library read for1 day