The Automatic Door Suppliers Association (ADSA) is encouraging manufacturers, technicians and other industry stakeholders to engage with its consultation on the revision of a benchmark standard – helping to shape the future of safety and compliance across the powered pedestrian door sector.
The revision of BS 7036 risk assessment-risk reduction standard has been prompted by significant developments in European standards since the current version was published in 2014.
Most notably, the publication of EN 16005:2023+A1:2024 has rendered elements of the existing standard out of date. In addition, EN 17352:2022 introduced requirements covering powered turnstiles and speedlanes, broadening the scope of equipment that must be addressed within the British Standard.
As a result, the revised standard will encompass power operated pedestrian doors, power-operated entrance control equipment, manually operated revolving doors and manually operated turnstiles.
ADSA’s central role
ADSA has played a central role in the development of the draft document. The revision panel comprises of ADSA’s Head of Technical, Darren Hyde, and UK and Ireland industry representatives from ADSA’s committees, working in collaboration with the British Standards Institution (BSI) to ensure the standard reflects current technologies, operating environments and user requirements.
“Standards are most effective when they are shaped by the people who use them every day. This consultation gives manufacturers, installers, maintainers and specifiers the opportunity to review the proposed changes and ensure the final document reflects the realities of today’s industry,” Darren says.
One of the key themes within the revised standard is the increased emphasis on user vulnerability and risk assessment. The draft highlights the importance of considering all potential users of a door or entrance control system, recognising that many installations would now be classified as higher-risk environments. The revision also introduces updated signage requirements designed to enhance user safety and awareness.
ADSA is keen to ensure the consultation captures views from across the sector before the document is finalised.
Darren continues: “The consultation process is an important opportunity for industry stakeholders to contribute their expertise.
“All comments and suggested amendments submitted during the consultation will be reviewed by the panel and considered as part of the final drafting process. This feedback is invaluable in helping to create a standard that is practical, relevant and effective.”
Following the close of the consultation on 12 July, the revision panel is scheduled to reconvene during August and September to review feedback and agree any amendments. Final editing is expected to take place in October, with publication of the new standard currently targeted for November 2026.
BS 7036 has long provided the benchmark for safety and best practice within the sector. This revision ensures it continues to reflect modern technologies, evolving user needs and current industry expectations.
For further information about ADSA and its work supporting standards development, visit www.adsa.org.uk.
