Which Australian Standards apply to security screens?
In November 2023 Standards Australia published new performance and test standards for security doors and windows screens. These supersede AS 5039:2008.
AS 5039.1:2023 is the current Australian Standard for security screens. It relates directly to the manufacture of security screens for doors and windows in Australia.
AS 5039.3:2023 applies to the methods of testing for security doors and window screens.
AS 5039.2:2024 applies to the installation of security doors and window screens.
AS 5039.1:2023 Security Door And Window Screens
For screen doors and window screens to be classed as true security products, they must meet Australian Standard AS 5039.1:2023 Security door and window screens, Part 1 Classification and performance, (supersedes AS 5039:2008).
AS 5039.1:2023 sets out the minimum requirements for the performance of security window and door screens used primarily in residential premises. This includes hinged, sliding, folding, removable and fixed screens.
The Standard is concerned mainly with resistance to forced entry. It does not cover emergency egress.
AS 5039.1:2023 is intended for use by regulatory authorities and all persons concerned with the sale, manufacture, installation and general requirements of security screen doors or window screens. It also gives protection to consumers.
National Security Screen Association
ASI Security are proud members of the National Security Screen Association (NSSA). As such, we attach labels to all the security screening products we manufacture at our Holden Hill factory in Adelaide, signifying that they comply with AS 5039.1:2023. These products are:
Amplimesh SupaScreen® Security Doors and Screens
Amplimesh IntrudaGuard® Security Doors and Screens
Amplimesh PrivacyGuard® Security Doors And Screens
AS 5039.3:2023 Security door and window screens, Part 3 Methods of test (supersedes AS5041:2003)
This Standard sets out methods for testing security door and window screens used in residential structures in accordance with AS 5039.1.
Test types include:
- Impact Test
- Jemmy Test
- Pull Test
- Probe Test
- Knife Shear Test
Dynamic Impact Test – created to imitate an intruder attempting to kick, shoulder or otherwise force their way through the security screen.
To replicate the impact an intruder is capable of exerting, a bag of sand and lead shot is swung into the security screen exerting 100 and 200 joules of energy.
Jemmy Test – created to imitate an intruder using a levering object, such as a screwdriver, to force their way past the security screen. A mechanical winch is used to apply a standard force to a screwdriver, in an attempt to pry the door open.
Pull Test – created to imitate an intruder attempting to pull out the security screen.
This is simulated with direct force with a cable and winch at different angles and using different levels of force.
Probe Test – created to imitate an intruder having made a gap in the security screen and then attempting to get their hand inside to unlock the door or window.
To replicate the probing power of an intruder, force is exerted on each side of the gap made with the probe in an attempt to increase the space and allow access for a hand or arm.
Knife Shear Test – created to imitate an intruder using a knife or other sharp object in an attempt to cut through the security screen.
In order to replicate the power of an intruder a special machine is used to make a number of passes across the screen with a heavy-duty trimming knife.
AS 5039.2:2024 Security Screen Installation
Australian Standard AS 5039.2:2024 provides installation guidelines and requirements that need to be followed when installing security screen products.
