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CAUTION - The attention of all persons concerned with managing and carrying out this fire test is drawn to the fact that fire testing may be hazardous and that there is a possibility that toxic and/or harmful smoke and gases may be evolved during the test. Mechanical and operational hazards may also arise during the construction of the test elements or structures, their testing, and disposal of test residues. An assessment of all potential hazards and risks to health shall be made and safety precautions shall be identified and provided. Written safety instructions shall be issued. Appropriate training shall be given to relevant personnel. Laboratory personnel shall ensure that they follow written safety instructions at all times.

This part of ISO 12468 specifies a test method to determine the resistance of roofs to external exposure to fire. This method evaluates the behaviour of the roof when exposed to three types of burning brands combined with wind and with or without heat radiation, concerning

a) the fire spread across the external surface of the roof,

b) the fire spread within the roof,

c) the fire penetration, and

d) the production of flaming droplets or debris falling through the roof, from the underside of the roof, or from the exposed surface.