The Construction Products Regulation Council Directive 89/106/EEC sets out basic requirements for construction works throughout Europe:
- Mechanical strength and stability
- Fire protection
- Hygiene, health and environmental protection
- Safety and accessibility
- Sound insulation
- Energy savings and thermal insulation
- sustainable use of natural resources
As a mechanical smoke exhaust element, fans represent a part of smoke and heat exhaust ventilation systems (SHEVS) and are therefore an important element of fire protection for buildings.