What is BS 2081-2 – Specifications for permanently installed closets about?
A chemical closet is a sanitary installation that has a fixed receptacle of water-tight material containing a chemical that successfully disintegrates and continually changes waste into sludge. BS 2081 is a series of British Standards that deals with the requirements of the closets for use with chemicals. The main objective of the series is to provide best industry guidance on closets for use with chemicals such that they play a positive role in maintaining cleanliness and hygiene.
BS 2081-2 is the second part of BS 2081 series that specifies the performance requirements and test methods for permanently installed chemical closets.
BS 2081-2 covers only those closets which may be permanently installed for the following applications:
- Camping sites, caravan sites and marinas
- Caravans and motor caravans
- Small boats
- Remote facilities without access to other drainage
Note: BS 2081 does not cover closet installations in aircraft.
Who is BS 2081-2 - Specifications for permanently installed closets for?
BS 2081-2 on specifications for permanently installed closets is relevant to:
- Manufacturers and designers of closets for use with chemicals
- Manufacturers and designers of sanitary installations
- Sanitation departments
- Quality control and testing teams
- Local authorities
Why should you use BS 2081-2 - Specifications for permanently installed closets ?
Adequate performance of sanitary systems is vital in maintaining cleanliness and hygiene and preventing outbreak of diseases. In this regard, it is vital that permanently installed closets need to be designed and tested for adequate performance, ensuring they are reliable and safe when in use.
BS 2081-2 provides best industry requirements of dimensions, construction and design of the closet. Furthermore, BS 2081-2 also discusses the requirement of materials, workmanship procedures and marking scheme for standardized manufacture of permanently installed closets.
Moreover, compliance with the test methods can help you verify whether the seat and cover as well as handles and fixings are durable and perform as intended. Test for the flushing mechanism and durability and efficiency of the waste transfer pump is also covered in BS 2081-2.
Thus, BS 2081-2 can assist in manufacturing permanently installed closets that are fit for purpose. As a result, you can ensure the permanently installed closets are safe, reliable and effective at the point of use.