PAS 24 Certified Steel Security Doorsets
PAS 24 is a widely recognised British Standard that provides a minimum security requirement for doors and windows in the UK. Operating on a strict pass/fail basis, this accreditation guarantees that a product has been rigorously tested by a UKAS-accredited certification body to withstand opportunistic burglaries.
This certification took the place of PAS 24: 2012 (and earlier iterations) to provide a simpler, more robust way to assess the security standards of doorsets. Today, PAS 24 certification means your building is protected against common break-in techniques using easily concealable tools.
Why is PAS 24 Certification Important?
Specifying a PAS 24 certified door is no longer just about peace of mind; in many commercial and residential scenarios, it is a strict compliance requirement:
- Building Regulations (Approved Document Q): For new residential developments and certain commercial conversions, meeting PAS 24 security levels is a legal requirement to comply with Approved Document Q.
- Secured by Design (SBD): PAS 24 testing acts as the baseline security requirement to achieve the prestigious Secured by Design 'Police Preferred Specification', an official UK police initiative proven to reduce crime.
- Opportunistic Attack Resistance: Unlike graded standards that test for heavy, determined attacks, PAS 24 specifically ensures the doorset will resist the most common type of break-in—opportunistic attacks using levers, small tools, and physical force.
What Doors Do We Recommend?
If you are conscious of potential intruders and need to meet UK security standards, the Samson SecurGuard and SecurGuard + ranges are excellent, fully PAS 24 accredited options.
Because every SecurGuard door is custom-built to your exact requirements and measurements, they are manufactured for a perfect fit. This ensures there are no weak points or compromises on security once installed.
SecurGuard
The standard SecurGuard range features customisable doors that carry PAS 24 certification alongside varying levels of the LPS 1175 specification. This means they not only pass the baseline for opportunistic attacks, but are also rated for the specific time they can resist determined break-ins using heavier tools.
SecurGuard +
Offering even higher levels of protection for high risk premises, the SecurGuard + range comprises doors engineered for extreme resistance. The highest-rated doors in this range provide a significant level of security that can even protect against ballistic and explosive threats, while still maintaining core PAS 24 compliance.
Contact Samson Doors
There are many available security certifications and ratings on the market, but we believe that only those rigorously tested by UKAS-accredited bodies hold full validity for UK commercial properties.
If you need assistance navigating building regulations, Approved Document Q, or selecting the right security rating for your premises, please do not hesitate to contact our expert team.
For more information on PAS 24 and our accredited steel doorsets, call us today on 01933 274276.
