When a standards authority refers to “burglar resistance”, it also usually requires that the resistance meets a certain resistance classification in accordance with the SSF 200 standard, Burglar resistance – buildings and premises. The standard defines three levels of burglar resistance – classes 1, 2 and 3. The levels are adapted according to the protection value of the business such as, for example, the quantity of theft-prone assets in the possession of the business.
The different resistance classifications
- Resistance classification 1 – No or low quantity of theft-prone property
- Resistance classification 2 – More theft-prone or somewhat theft-prone property
- Resistance classification 3 – Theft-prone property/assets and/or greater protection value
In order to classify the protection of a business, there are also requirements in terms of wall, floor and roof design in each class. These terms are stated in the SSF 200 standard and constitute minimum requirements. Accordingly, a standards authority may always impose additional requirements for a resistance classification.
Enclosure area
The enclosure area is the boundary of a premises in its relationship to other premises or to the outdoors such as walls, floors, ceilings, doors and windows. The requirements for the enclosure area apply up to four metres above ground level or other standing platforms.
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