A compliance certificate is a certificate that states that your balustrade complies with SANS (South African National Standard: Application of the National Building Standard). You will only be issued a Balustrade Compliance Certificate if your balustrade complies with SANS 10400 & SANS 10160.
Why SANS 10400 & SANS 10160?
SANS 10400 refers to the standard that specifies the “aesthetic” aspects of your balustrade in relation to the occupancy class of your project. It specifies, amongst others, the maximum gaps, the minimum height, and when balustrades would be required. SANS 10160 refers to the standard that specifies the “loading requirements” of your balustrade in relation to the occupancy class of your project. It specifies, amongst others, the type of loading, the value of the loading, and how the loading must be applied to balustrades in order to test for compliance.
How do I get a Balustrade Compliance Certificate?
Your balustrade manufacturer and installer must issue you a Balustrade Compliance Certificate on completion of your balustrade installation. In order to design in accordance with SANS 10400, your manufacturer and installer must be familiar with the latest SANS specifications. Your manufacturer must design and supply balustrades, with the correct size and grade of materials, that can withstand the loading specifications in order to comply with SANS 10160. The correct size of steel and timber elements are calculated and tested by astructural engineer, and the correct type and size of glass members are specified and tested by a “Competent Person Glazing”. At Steel Studio we continuously design and test balustrades to ensure that we supply a product that will meet your aesthetic and quality requirements whilst also complying with the National Building Code (SANS).