EN 50518 Monitoring Center Standards
EN 50518 is a comprehensive European standard that specifies requirements for monitoring centers. Understanding these standards is crucial for security system implementation.
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Standard Information
- Standard Number: EN 50518:2019
- Title: Monitoring and Alarm Receiving Centre
- Status: Current
- Application: Security doors for monitoring and alarm receiving centers
ARC Categories
Category I (High Security)
Handles critical security signals essential for life and property safety:
- Intrusion alarms
- Hold-up alarms
- Personal tracking
- Security CCTV monitoring
- Critical infrastructure monitoring
Category II (Standard Security)
Handles non-critical or technical signals:
- Technical alarms (elevators, flooding)
- Social alarm systems
- Fire alarm signals (specific scenarios)
- Non-security CCTV applications
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Door Classification Requirements
Category I Requirements
- Burglar Resistance: Minimum RC 4 according to EN 1627
- Fire Resistance: Minimum EI 60 according to EN 13501-2 / EN 1634-1
- Smoke Control: Sa / Sm according to EN 1634-3
- Bullet Resistance: FB4 according to EN 1522 (optional for high-risk environments)
- Lock Classification: Class 4 or higher (EN 12209)
- Access Control: Dual system (e.g., card + biometrics)
- Door Monitoring: Mandatory integration with security system
Category II Requirements
- Burglar Resistance: Minimum RC 3 according to EN 1627
- Fire Resistance: EI 30 (optional, based on risk assessment)
- Smoke Control: Sa (optional)
- Bullet Resistance: Not required
- Lock Classification: Class 3 or 4 (EN 12209)
- Access Control: Single-stage system (e.g., card or PIN)
- Door Monitoring: Optional (based on risk assessment)
Structural Requirements
- Steel security door construction
- Self-closing mechanism
- Emergency exit functionality
- Reinforced frame construction
- Multi-point locking system
- Anti-lift protection
- Concealed hinges
Installation Specifications
- Reinforced wall mounting
- Minimum wall thickness requirements
- Cable routing provisions
- Seal integrity maintenance
- Professional installation certification
Access Control and Monitoring
- Door position sensors
- Lock status monitoring
- Access attempt logging
- Video surveillance coverage
- Integration with building management systems
- Biometric reader (Category I)
- Card reader or PIN system
- Tamper detection
Maintenance and Testing
- Quarterly mechanical inspections
- Bi-annual security testing
- Annual certification review
- Monthly access control testing
- Regular firmware updates
Emergency Operations
- Emergency release mechanisms
- Fire alarm integration
- Backup power systems
- Manual override procedures
- Emergency response protocols
Important Considerations:
- Perform risk assessment to determine required ARC category
- Select doors meeting minimum requirements for chosen category
- Regular security assessments required
- Integration with other security systems
- Compliance with local building codes
- Staff training requirements
- Documentation and record keeping
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