BS 476-6:1989+A1:2009

This standard BS 476-6:1989+A1:2009 Fire tests on building materials and structures is classified in these ICS categories:

• 13.220.50 Fire-resistance of building materials and elements

This Part of BS 476 specifies a method of test, the result being expressed as a fire propagation index, that provides a comparative measure of the contribution to the growth of fire made by an essentially flat material, composite or assembly. It is primarily intended for the assessment of the performance of internal wall and ceiling linings.

NOTE The titles of the publications referred to in this standard are listed on the inside back cover.

Determination of the fire test performance of products used as internal linings in buildings.