Rules & regulations
Plastics Materials
PAll materials such as plastic, including plastic plants and materials used for vision panels, etc, must be non-flammable and comply with the following standards:
- British Standards: Plastics must conform to the requirements of BS 476-Part-7-Class 1 Fire Regulation. Plastic plants, trees, etc. must also conform to this standard. Polycarbonate materials such as Lexan and Macrolon are acceptable. Perspex must not be used
- Spanish or M Class: Plastic must conform to the requirements of M0 or M1. Documentary evidence is required. Plastic plants, trees, floating decorations etc. must also conform to this standard. Perspex must not be used
- European Standards BS EN 13501: For M0 class above read A1 or A2. For M1 class above read A1, A2 or B classes. Documentary evidence is required