What is Safety & Security? Reducing the risk of accident or protecting against deliberate attack. The term “Safety” is applied to glazing used to reduce the risk of accident by impact, fracture, shattering, or in a fire.

There are many British and European Standards which apply directly or indirectly to glass for use in building. Although not exhaustive, the following lists some of the most commonly used. British and European Standards (BS EN) BS EN 356: Glass in building – Security glazing - Testing and classification of resistance against manual attack.

Pilkington Optilam™ is ideal for providing both impact resistance and security since it may break on impact but the glass is held in place thus preventing injury or intrusion. Pilkington Optilam™ is produced by combining two or more sheets of glass with one or more plastic interlayers.

Because of its increased strength, Pilkington Toughened Glass allows architects and builders far greater scope in their use of glass in buildings. It meets worldwide safety standards for glass subjected to accidental human impact at the highest level of severity.

Ground floor, basement and other easily accessible windows (including easily accessible rooflights) need to be secure windows. A window that has been shown by test to meet the security requirements of PAS 24 would be considered a secure window.

Glass Range Brochure BR Part L 2010 - Bulletin 10 Bulletin 11 Scotland Section 6 Safety/Security Glass Brochure Pilkington Optilam™ Brochure CCPI (Code of Construction Product Information) List of British/EU Standards and Codes of Practice

Pilkington Optimirror™ Protect has a safety film backing to protect against possible injury resulting from breakage. This makes it the ideal choice for applications anywhere in the home where there is greater risk of accidental damage e.g. doors, wardrobes and children's rooms.

Tried, Tested & Trusted fire protection against heat, flames and hot gases. The Pilkington Pyrostop® Range is a clear, laminated fully insulating fire-protection and impact-resistant glass. Offering the highest levels of fire protection (integrity and insulation), maximising the available levels of natural light and visibility.

Techniques to use light transmission and reflection to create visually appealing effects while staying compliant with safety standards. Practical advice for specifying glass in retail and public spaces, balancing aesthetics with durability.

Pilkington Pyroclear® is an advanced toughened fire-resistant glass for use as a basic integrity-only barrier.