Random testing of construction products proposed by certification group

By Tom Lowe2021-02-24T07:00:00

Post-Grenfell reforms outlined in BBA safety standards consultation would see inspectors checking products already on market

The UK’s biggest issuer of construction products certifications has proposed a shake-up of testing practices which could see random, unannounced testing of building products already on the market.

The British Board of Agrément (BBA), which issues certificates on building products including cladding and insulation, has proposed testing randomly selected materials at regular intervals.

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