What testing is required for Secured by Design doors?

The Secured by Design (SBD) membership and licensing scheme has been created to ‘design out crime’ through physical security in the built environment by adherence to well researched and effective design solutions, innovative and creative product design, coupled with robust manufacturing and performance standards. It’s a well-respected scheme designed to make it easier for specifiers to choose door and window products that meet stringent security standards.

But just how strict are those standards and what features must be demonstrated for a product to be granted SBD status?

To gain SBD approval, a manufacturer must have its products successfully tested in accordance with the relevant standards. But testing on its own is not enough – the tests must be covered by third party certification from a recognised UKAS body.

It’s important to note that the test standards are for doorsets – not doors (or door leaves). PAS 24 defines a doorset as: ‘a complete unit, primarily intended for pedestrian access, consisting of the door frame, door leaf or leaves, any integral side panel or fanlight and essential hardware excluding coupled assemblies.’

Testing for SBD doors will determine whether the doorsets meet the following requirements:

● PAS 24: 2012 or 2016 – This is the preferred specification for enhanced security performance requirements for doorsets and windows in the UK.
● STS201 Issue 8:2016 – This is a Warrington Certification standard, replicating the requirements of PAS 24:2012.
● STS202 Issue 7:2016 – This is a Warrington Certification standard, which includes physical attack on the glazing, and is considered a more demanding test than PAS 24. It is similar to LPS 1175.
● LPS 1175 Issue7.3:2015 – This is an LPCB (Loss Prevention Certification Board) standard, similar to STS202.
● LPS 2081 Issue 1.1: 2016 – This is a new standard from LPCB that employs a similar methodology used in LPS 1175. However, the attacks use stealth (low noise levels), making it more appropriate for residential projects.

If you’d like to learn more about the testing requirements and standards required for Secured by Design Specification, please download our eBook: Specifying ‘Secured by Design’ doorsets and windows; what do the regulations really mean?