A guide to TS62 signage certification

When you are planning any kind of signage installation, there will always be regulations that you must follow. An example of this is the TS62 certification, and this blog will provide a brief guide to what that is.

What is TS62 certification?

The TS62 certification is the fire safety standard in the UK that applies to temporary exterior coverings for buildings or scaffolding. For coverings on the insides of buildings, the certification is TS63. You get this certification from Warringtonfire and it is part of the Certifire scheme.

Do you have to get it?

If you plan on putting up a type of signage that counts as an exterior covering, then yes, you will need the material to pass TS62 certification. Without it, your building will represent a fire hazard and an insurance risk.

What types of signage will require TS62 certification?

It will be needed for large-scale signs that decorate the outer structure. This can mean building wraps featuring promotional graphics as well as vinyl or mesh advertising banners hung on scaffolding. You will have to make sure that signage of these types is made from non-flammable materials.

What kinds of materials can be used?

It will be fine to have building wraps or banners made from vinyl, as long as they are fire-retardant. It is possible to get vinyl that is inherently non-flammable, but standard vinyl can be treated with chemicals to make it fire safe too.

If you need sign makers in Manchester that can ensure your signage meets all safety standards, call Ainsley Signs now to get a quote.