The workplace (Health, Safety & Welfare) Regulations 1992 state that the risks of collision with clear glazing must be avoided by using appropriate markings.

A large area of clear glazing can prove to be illegal.

Is your glazing apparent enough to avoid accidents

To fully comply with The Workplace (Health, Safety & Welfare) Regulations 1992 (1996 Revision) the glazing in question should also be of a safety material in accordance with BS6206 Class A or B. Click here for health & safety in the workplace example.

Below is an example of glazing configuration that is obvious and therefore less likely to be mistaken as clear opening. (New building regulations, document M, effective from 1st May 2004; "Glass manifestations should be at least 150mm high if logos are used or 50mm high for broken or continuous bands across the glazing. Manifestations should be placed at 900mm and 1500mm from ground level. Manifestations must now contrast visually with the background when viewed from either side.

Areas that are required to have manifestations fitted are; glass entrance doors and side screens, internal doors, corridors and large areas of glazing.

A risk assessment should be carried out in order to determine whether your glazing meets the current safety standards. Tints manifestations and window films can bring your current glazing up to the legal requirements.

You are required by law to take reasonable steps to ensure the safety of your staff and the public