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ASTM WK93371
New Test Methods for Forced-Entry-Resistance After Simulated Active Shooter Attack of Glazing for Retrofit
1. Scope
1. Scope 1.1 This test method sets forth the requirements and testing procedures to test forced-entry-resistant glazing. 1.2 This test method is intended primarily for manufacturers to test and rate glazing configurations to ensure that products are uniformly tested and meet the requirements for forced-entry protection after sustaining an active shooter assault as put forth in this standard. 1.3 This test method is currently designed to simulate an active shooter weakening the glazing with repetitive shots followed by mechanically driven impact to simulate forced entry. 1.4 This test allows for glazing configurations to be evaluated according to the requirements of Test Method F3561, without incorporating the glazing configuration in a specific system. 1.5 This test method is not to be used for ballistic resistant glazing rating. Test projectiles are permitted to perforate the entire specimen. The test projectile firings are intended to simulate actions taken by an assailant to aid in the ability to gain entry to a facility. 1.6 This is a laboratory test to be performed on glazing for retrofit with a defined attachment or glazing detail and not necessarily applicable for field testing. 1.7 All tests are executed on the exterior surface of the fenestration. 1.8 Glass shall comply to the specifications of C1036, C1048 and C1172 as applicable. 1.9 Glazings are required to be tested in a defined test frame, however glazing detail may be adjusted to accommodate various product types. Test results only apply to the glazing as tested. Once a system is tested and deemed to satisfy the requirements of this test method, no design change can be made without a retest except those that qualify under Annex A1 Substitution Criteria. 1.10 The values stated in this standard are SI units with the exception of the nominal descriptors for tools. 1.11 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. 1.12 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.Keywords
active shooter, retrofitRationale
After the publication of ASTM F3561, it was recognized that there was a need for testing glass or glazing only under an official ASTM standard rather than through an appendix. A large portion of this standard is to ensure the glazing details are as tested. This document will help standardize the performance claims of products for the retrofit glazing market to provide credible evaluation levels for consumers
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Date Initiated: 01-08-2025
Technical Contact: Julia Schimmelpenningh
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