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BS 7042:1988

Superseded

Superseded

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Specification for high security intruder alarm systems in buildings

Available format(s)

Hardcopy , PDF

Language(s)

English

Published date

30-09-1988

Superseded date

28-02-2004

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Summarise this standard

Foreword
Committees responsible
Specification
1 Scope
2 Definitions
3 System requirements
4 Operational requirements
5 Detectors
6 Control equipment
7 Power supply equipment
8 Warning devices
9 Remote signalling equipment
10 Additional facilities
11 Claims of compliance
Appendix
A Sound level test for audible warning devices
Figures
1 Suggested method of suspension
2 Method of measurement

General requirements for alarm systems, with additional requirements for specific types of premises or activity such as cash-handling, providing an enhanced level of security beyond that of BS 4737. Appropriate to the protection of premises, articles and/or operations of especial value or of a sensitive nature.

Committee
GW/1
DevelopmentNote
Supersedes 87/40338 DC (12/2003)
DocumentType
Standard
Pages
24
PublisherName
British Standards Institution
Status
Superseded
SupersededBy

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