ASTM F3561: Standard Test Method for Forced-Entry-Resistance of Fenestration Systems After Simulated Active Shooter Attack

Standard: ASTM F3561 - Standard Test Method for Forced-Entry-Resistance of Fenestration Systems After Simulated Active Shooter Attack

Scope: Requirements and testing procedures to test forced-entry resistant building components to simulate an active shooter event in - commercial, residential, schools, government, and other institutional buildings

Applicable Products: Fenestration systems including security glazing, window and door assemblies

Test Procedure: The test consists of weakening of the fenestration system using ballistic projectiles (5.56 NATO, M193, 55 grain FMJ) which is followed by mechanically driven impacts using a forced entry impactor capable of delivering horizontal impacts of 400 ft-lbf to simulate the active shooter event.

End Result: The product achieves a Level of 1 – 8 for forced entry resistance.

Intertek Testing Locations: York, PA

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Did you know that your Miami-Dade approved fenestration products can now be further fortified to meet the stringent requirements of active shooter and bullet resistance standards?

• Miami-Dade Checklists - FER of Fenestration Systems (Simulated Active Shooter Attach)
• Miami-Dade Checklists -   Bullet Resistance (Simulated Active Shooter Attach)

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