What is BS EN 15696 - Self storage services about?
Self-storage is an industry that rents storage space such as rooms, lockers, containers, and/or outdoor space to tenants, usually on a short-term basis. In BS EN 15696, the self-storage units are constructed, maintained in a manner that provides a lockable self-contained storage space providing protection from the natural element, that may be closed and secured through control panels, swipe cards, padlocks or another locking mechanism provided by the service provider or by the customer.
BS EN 15696 specifies requirements for the provision of self-storage facilities and related services, for both personal and business purposes.
BS EN 15696 focuses on the development of self-storage services in the European Community in order to promote a customer focussed approach to the commercial provision of customer direct access space for storage purposes, to both businesses and private individuals.
Who is BS EN 15696 - Self storage services for?
BS EN 15696 on self storage services is useful for:
- Self-storage service providers
- Warehouse owners
- The goods packaging and distribution industry
- Warehouse management systems
- Security authorities
Why should you use BS EN 15696 - Self storage services?
The self-storage facility shall be constructed, maintained and operated in a manner commensurate with promoting the safety and well-being of the customer, and subject to national and local fire, health and safety legislation to provide a facility to maintain privacy for the goods in individual units.
BS EN 15696 helps you by providing control of access and egress, with the aim of preventing unauthorised removal of stored items other than through forced entry or forced exit or other illegal means. Conforming to BS EN 15696, the self-storage facility is constructed and maintained to provide adequate space for loading/ unloading of goods as well as a lift, escalator, rolling staircase, ramp or permanent stairs for access to upper/lower floors and levels.
BS EN 15696 takes into account the factors such as health, safety and the environment, drafting and completion of the self-storage contract, customer goods insurance declaration, conducting, controlling and reviewing responsibilities for the standard. BS EN 15696 help you to ensure safety and maintain privacy for goods and storage units by implementing the guidelines provided.