BS ISO 22496:2021

What is ISO 22496 about? 

ISO 22496 specifies general terminology for windows and pedestrian doors. 

Who is ISO 22496 for?  

ISO 22496 on terminology for windows and pedestrian is useful for: 

• Construction industry 
• Civil engineer 
• Manufacturer, supplier of windows and pedestrian doors 
• Building contractor 

Why should you use ISO 22496?  

ISO 22496 specifies general terms for windows types and their modes of action e.g., opening function and opening element of a hinged or pivoted window firstly to move to provide the opening.  

ISO 22496 provides guidance on the general terms of pedestrian door types and their modes of action. It also includes terminology used for inspection hatches. e.g., cross‐sections and opening functions of doors.  

What’s changed since the last update? 

BS ISO 22496:2021 replaces the first edition of ISO 1804:1972, which has been technically revised.