Checklist - Free Standing Barrier loading calculation

In order to determine the correct glass type and thickness that complies with the requirements of section K of
the Building Regulations for use in full height barriers, all the following information is required by Guardian
Technical Advisory Centre.

Company…………………………………………………………………………….. Tel. Number…….…………………………….

Contact name……………………………………..………………………………. Email……………………………………………..
Project name……………….………..……………………………………………………………………………………………………..
Project location………………………………….................................... Project m² (approx.)………………………
Glazing / IGU supplier…………………………………………………………………….................................................

1. The dimensions of the largest pane (W x H) ………..……mm X ………..…… mm.

2. The external height of the ‘U’ channel ………..…… mm.

3. The internal height of the ‘U’ channel ………..…… mm.

4. Distance of the top of the ‘U’ channel from the finished floor level:

Above f.f.l. ……….…….…. mm. OR Below f.f.l. …………..……. mm.

5. Proposed glass thicknesses and type.

Loaded pane …….……… mm Glass type………………………………………………

If laminate, please specify the interlayer type ……………………………………………….

6. The barrier loading. Applicable line load class ….…………. N/m.

(As per BS 6180-2011 for UK, or I.S. EN 1991-1-1:2002/NA:2013 for IRE)

7. Distance of free path up to surface of the barrier glazing ………..…… mm.

Other Features / Notes

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Guardian Glass UK Ltd
Tom Pudding Way, Goole DN14 8GA East Yorkshire
Email: uktechnical@guardian.com Tel 01405 726800