ASTM F1915-05(2012)
(Test Method)Standard Test Methods for Glazing for Detention Facilities
Standard Test Methods for Glazing for Detention Facilities
SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
The predictable and reliable performance of detention glazing used in detention and correctional facilities is a major concern. These test methods aid in assigning a level of physical security to glazing used in window and door assemblies based upon objective tests which can be consistently duplicated.
These test methods identify four security grades, corresponding to the four security grades established in Test Methods F1450. The intent is to establish a comparable level of performance for opening assemblies which incorporate detention glazing in conjunction with window and door assemblies. Test methods for detention glazing differ in sequencing a variety of attack tools and temperatures.
These test methods evaluate the resistance of detention glazing to attacks using blunt and sharp impact devices and fire. These test methods evaluate the performance of glazing in hot and cold environments. These test methods do not provide a measure of the resistance or performance of glazing subjected to attack by ballistics, chemical agents, explosives or other extreme methods of attack. Where such elements are a factor, consult the manufacturer.
The primary purpose of these test methods is to approximate the levels of abuse and operating conditions to which detention glazing is subjected in detention and correctional institutions. The desired result of these test methods is to provide a measure of assurance of protection to the correctional personnel, public, and inmates.
Detention and correctional facility administrative staff are encouraged to provide adequate training, supervision, and preventative maintenance programs to enable detention glazing assemblies to function as intended.
SCOPE
1.1 These test methods, including a fire test response method, cover the apparatus, procedures, and acceptance conditions for evaluating the normal operational performance and the performance characteristics under assault conditions of detention glazing used in window and door assemblies in detention and correctional facilities; thus, these test methods only give an indication of the performance characteristics of detention glazing in actual service. Such variables as installation and maintenance conditions are not considered except as otherwise included in this test method.
1.2 It is the intent of these test methods to help ensure that detention glazing performs at or above minimum acceptable levels to restrict inmate passage to unauthorized areas, to confine inmates, to delay and frustrate escape attempts and to resist vandalism.
1.3 Tools defined in these test methods are representative of similar tools or materials, which may become available to inmates within the secure perimeter of detention and correctional facilities, and which could be used to inflict similar product damage.
1.4 These test methods should not be used to establish or confirm the absolute prevention of forced entries or exits. These test methods define five factors (tool, temperature, techniques, time, and number of impacts) used to determine resistance to defined attacks.
1.5 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard. The SI values in stated parentheses are for information only.
1.6 In these test methods, the specimens are subjected to one or more specific sets of laboratory test conditions. If different test conditions are substituted or the end-use conditions are changed, it is not always possible by or from these test methods to predict changes in the physical attack, or fire-test-response characteristics measured, or both; therefore, the results are valid only for the physical attack, or fire-test-exposure conditions, or both, described in these test methods.
1.7 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 and health practices and determine the a...
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Designation: F1915 − 05 (Reapproved 2012)
Standard Test Methods for
Glazing for Detention Facilities
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F1915; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope valid only for the physical attack, or fire-test-exposure
conditions, or both, described in these test methods.
1.1 These test methods, including a fire test response
1.7 This standard does not purport to address all of the
method, cover the apparatus, procedures, and acceptance
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
conditions for evaluating the normal operational performance
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
and the performance characteristics under assault conditions of
priate safety and health practices and determine the applica-
detention glazing used in window and door assemblies in
bility of regulatory limitations prior to use.
detention and correctional facilities; thus, these test methods
only give an indication of the performance characteristics of
2. Referenced Documents
detention glazing in actual service. Such variables as installa-
tion and maintenance conditions are not considered except as
2.1 ASTM Standards:
otherwise included in this test method.
F1233 Test Method for Security Glazing Materials And
Systems
1.2 It is the intent of these test methods to help ensure that
F1450 Test Methods for Hollow Metal Swinging Door
detention glazing performs at or above minimum acceptable
Assemblies for Detention and Correctional Facilities
levels to restrict inmate passage to unauthorized areas, to
F1577 Test Methods for Detention Locks for Swinging
confine inmates, to delay and frustrate escape attempts and to
Doors
resist vandalism.
F1592 Test Methods for Detention Hollow Metal Vision
1.3 Tools defined in these test methods are representative of
Systems
similar tools or materials, which may become available to
F1643 Test Methods for Detention Sliding Door Locking
inmates within the secure perimeter of detention and correc-
Device Assembly
tional facilities, and which could be used to inflict similar
F1758 Test Methods for Detention Hinges Used on
product damage.
Detention-Grade Swinging Doors
1.4 These test methods should not be used to establish or
2.2 UL Standard:
confirm the absolute prevention of forced entries or exits.
UL 752 Bullet Resisting Equipment
These test methods define five factors (tool, temperature,
2.3 NIJ Standard:
techniques, time, and number of impacts) used to determine
NIJ 0108.1 Ballistic Resistant Protective Materials
resistance to defined attacks.
1.5 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded
3. Terminology
as the standard. The SI values in stated parentheses are for
3.1 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
information only.
3.1.1 benchmark, n—endpoint or intermediate point in the
1.6 Inthesetestmethods,thespecimensaresubjectedtoone
test sequence as determined by the certification agency.
or more specific sets of laboratory test conditions. If different
3.1.2 detention security, n—assurance of the restriction of
test conditions are substituted or the end-use conditions are
mobility of inmates to designated areas within a correctional or
changed,itisnotalwayspossiblebyorfromthesetestmethods
detention facility.
to predict changes in the physical attack, or fire-test-response
characteristics measured, or both; therefore, the results are
For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
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These test methods are under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F33 on Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
Detention and Correctional Facilitiesand are the direct responsibility of Subcom- the ASTM website.
mittee F33.02 on Physical Barriers. Available from Underwriters Laboratories (UL), Corporate Progress, 333
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approved in 1998. Last previous edition approved in 2005 as F1915 – 05. DOI: AvailablefromNationalInstituteofJustice(NIJ),8107thSt.,NW,Washington,
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3.1.3 forcible egress, n—ability to passa5by8by 8-in. extreme methods of attack. Where such elements are a factor,
(127 by 203.2 by 203.2-mm) rigid box through an opening in consult the manufacturer.
the test sample created by destructive testing procedures with
4.4 The primary purpose of these test methods is to approxi-
no more than 10 lb (44.48 N) of force.
mate the levels of abuse and operating conditions to which
3.1.4 frame, n—assembly of members surrounding and detention glazing is subjected in detention and correctional
supporting a window or windows.
institutions. The desired result of these test methods is to
provideameasureofassuranceofprotectiontothecorrectional
3.1.5 glazing, n—any infill material, usually transparent or
personnel, public, and inmates.
translucent glass, polycarbonate, or combination thereof, used
in a security detention frame.
4.5 Detention and correctional facility administrative staff
are encouraged to provide adequate training, supervision, and
3.1.6 glazing stop, n—formed metal section used to secure
preventativemaintenanceprogramstoenabledetentionglazing
glazing or panel in a frame.
assemblies to function as intended.
3.1.7 head or header, n—horizontal member that forms the
top of a frame.
5. Sample Selection, Size, and Specimen Preparation
3.1.8 hollow metal, n—term used in reference to such items
5.1 Samples manufactured for testing purposes shall be
asdoors,frames,partitions,enclosures,andotheritemsthatare
representative of the types and styles intended for use in the
fabricated from metal sheet, usually carbon steel.
application of these test methods. The manufacturer shall
provide three test samples of each product, one for each test.
3.1.9 jamb, n—vertical member forming the side of a frame.
The test size shall be a nominal 3 ft, 0 in. (914.4 mm) wide by
3.1.10 manufacturer, n—party responsible for the fabrica-
4 ft, 0 in. (1219.2 mm) high.
tion of the test samples.
5.2 Test reports shall include complete details as identified
3.1.11 performance characteristic, n—response of the glaz-
in Section 8.
ing sample in any one of the tests described herein.
5.3 Fig. 1 shows an acceptable test fixture and the location
3.1.12 tamper-resistant security screw, n—screw that is
of the strike points described in Tables 1 and 2.
designed to be removed only by special tools kept by facility
maintenance personnel.
5.4 For Nonsymmetrical Materials—The “threat side” of
theproductshallbeidentifiedbythemanufacturerandattacked
3.1.13 test completion, n—conduct of one test sequence for
during the test procedure.
each of the glazing samples resulting in either successful
completion of the test sequence or the attainment of forcible
6. Test Methods
egress.
6.1 Cold Temperature Impact Test:
3.1.14 testing laboratory, n—independent materials testing
6.1.1 Scope—These test methods are designed to evaluate
laboratory not associated with any manufacturer.
the capability of detention glazing to resist repeated impact
3.1.15 vision system frame, n—an assembly of members
forces from both a blunt and sharp impactor under cold
surrounding and supporting glazing panels, steel panels, or
temperature conditions.
combinations thereof, that are located in an interior partition or
6.1.2 Significance and Use—These test methods are in-
exterior wall.
tended to closely simulate a sustained battering ram style or
pounding type attack and provide an evaluation of the capa-
4. Significance and Use
bility of the glazing to prevent, delay, or frustrate escape or
access to unauthorized areas under cold temperature condi-
4.1 The predictable and reliable performance of detention
tions. These test results are intended to aid in assigning a level
glazing used in detention and correctional facilities is a major
of physical security to various configurations of detention
concern.Thesetestmethodsaidinassigningalevelofphysical
glazing. An impact test of this design performed on detention
security to glazing used in window and door assemblies based
glazing evaluates the impact strength of the glazing and its
upon objective tests which can be consistently duplicated.
components as well as the quality of fabrication techniques.
4.2 These test methods identify four security grades, corre-
6.1.3 Apparatus:
sponding to the four security grades established in Test
6.1.3.1 Large Blunt Impactor—The blunt impactor shall
MethodsF1450.Theintentistoestablishacomparablelevelof
consist of a hinged or pivoted system with a mass of 80 lbs
performance for opening assemblies which incorporate deten-
(36.32 kg) capable of delivering impacts of 200 ft-lbf (271.2 J)
tion glazing in conjunction with window and door assemblies.
to a glazing specimen mounted in a frame assembly. The
Test methods for detention glazing differ in sequencing a
striking surface of the impactor shall be made from
variety of attack tools and temperatures.
C1010–C1020 carbon steel and have a striking surface of 4 6
2 2
4.3 These test methods evaluate the resistance of detention .04 in. (101.6 6 1.016 mm ) with rounded edges similar to a
glazing to attacks using blunt and sharp impact devices and 10-lb (4.54-kg) sledge hammer head. See Fig. 2a.
fire. These test methods evaluate the performance of glazing in 6.1.3.2 Sharp Impactor—The sharp impactor shall consist
hot and cold environments. These test methods do not provide of a hinged or pivoted system with a mass of 80 lbs (36.32 kg)
ameasureoftheresistanceorperformanceofglazingsubjected capable of delivering impacts of 100 ft-lbf (135.6 J) to a
to attack by ballistics, chemical agents, explosives or other glazing specimen mounted in a frame assembly. The striking
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FIG. 1 Test Assembly for Detention Glazing Systems and Elevation Location of Impact Strike Point
TABLE 1 Impact Test Criteria: Large Blunt and Sharp Impactors
carbon steel and sharpness of the impacting point similar to the
A
Sequence and Impacts end of a new fireman’s axe at the beginning of a test sequence.
1 2 3 Total
See Fig. 2b.
Security Blunt Sharp Blunt Number of
B
Total Time
6.1.4 Procedure:
Grade Impactor Impactor Impactor Impacts
1 60 min 150 300 150 600
6.1.4.1 Conditioning—Thepanelshallbesubjectedtoacold
2 40 min 100 200 100 400
soak of –20°F (–28.89°C) for a period not less than 4 h,
3 20 min 50 100 50 200
4 10 min 25 50 25 100 gradually reducing the surface temperature to –20 6 5°F
A
To be performed on both hot and cold conditioned samples. (–28.89 6 2.78°C). The nonthreat surface temperature shall be
B
See Appendix X5, Element of Time.
maintained at –20 6 5°F (–28.89 6 2.78°C), 2 in. (50.8 mm)
from edge, during the test until an opening is created. Periodic
measurements shall be taken by the test laboratory to maintain
TABLE 2 Impact Test Criteria: Torch and Small Blunt Impactor
surface temperature.
A
Security Grade Blunt Impacts
6.1.4.2 Installation—The panel shall be installed into the
1 150
test fixture with a minimum 1-in. (25.4-mm) edge engagement.
2 100
Appropriate gasketing material shall be used to keep glazing
material from contacting frame. Refer to manufacturers rec-
A
To be performed on a room temperature sample only.
ommendations.
6.1.4.3 Procedure—Using the test apparatus in accordance
with 6.1.3, begin a series of strikes against the center of the
panel for the number of required impacts, first with the blunt
surface of the impactor shall be made from C1010–C1020 impactor followed by the sharp impactor on the pendulum.The
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forces from both a blunt and sharp impactor under warm
temperature conditions.
6.2.2 Significance and Use—These test methods are in-
tended to closely simulate a sustained battering ram style or
pounding type attack and provide an evaluation of the capa-
bility of the glazing to prevent, delay, or frustrate escape or
access to unauthorized areas, or combination thereof, under
warm temperature conditions. The test results are intended to
aid in assigning a level of physical security to various
configurations of detention glazing. An impact test of this
design performed on detention glazing evaluates the impact
strength of the glazing and its components as well as the
quality of fabrication techniques.
6.2.3 Apparatus:
6.2.3.1 Large Blunt Impactor—The blunt impactor shall
consist of a hinged or pivoted system with a mass of 80 lbs
(36.32 kg) capable of delivering impacts of 200 ft-lbf (271.2 J)
to a glazing specimen mounted in a frame assembly. The
striking surface of the impactor shall be made from
C1010–C1020 carbon steel and have a circular striking surface
2 2
of 4 6 0.04 in. (101.6 6 1.016 mm ) with rounded edges
similar to a 10-lb (4.54-kg) sledge hammer head. See Fig. 2a.
6.2.3.2 Sharp Impactor—The sharp impactor shall consist
of a hinged or pivoted system with a mass of 80 lbs (36.32 kg)
capable of delivering impacts of 100 ft-lbf (135.6 J) to a
glazing specimen mounted in a frame assembly. The striking
surface of the impactor shall be made from C1010–C1020
carbon steel and sharpness of the impacting point similar to the
end of a new fireman’s axe at the beginning of a test sequence.
See Fig. 2b.
6.2.4 Procedure:
FIG. 2 Test Apparatus Details
6.2.4.1 Conditioning—Thepanelshallbesubjectedtoaheat
soak of 120°F (48.9°C) for a period not less than 4 h, gradually
increasing the surface temperature to 120 6 5°F (48.9 6
2.78°C).Thenonthreatsurfacetemperatureshallbemaintained
strikes shall be uniformly made with 9-s intervals. Changing of
at 120 6 5°F (48.9 6 2.78°C), 2 in. (50.8 mm) from edge,
blunt and sharp impactors during the test shall not exceed 90 s.
during the test until an opening is created. Periodic measure-
During the test, reposition the pendulum as necessary to
ments shall be taken by the test laboratory to maintain surface
produce the maximum possible duress on the panel, leading to
temperature.
panel failure. Record the number of strikes required to produce
the first penetration of the panel, and the number of strikes
6.2.4.2 Installation—The panel shall be installed into the
required to produce an opening large enough to passa5by8
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