This standard provides details on product types, classification by use, test cycles, door mass, corrosion resistance, as well as definitions, product performance requirements, test apparatus, test methods and marking of products. In addition, the published standard includes annexes with details for special applications.

When use in a fire-resisting door assembly, the door leaf should be hung on single-axis hinges in accordance with local and national regulations. Hinges fitted to fire-resisting doors should be able to achieve the intended fire rating, also the hinge should be able to allow the door closing device, when fitted to a fire-resisting door assembly, to close the door leaf reliably from any angle to which it has been opened, overcoming the resistance of a latch or any seals when fitted.

Due to tooling costs and similar considerations, variations of hinge sizes and fixing methods are not easily accommodated on a steel door. Steel door manufacturers generally provide their own steel hinges, which otherwise comply with these requirements, as part of the fire-resisting steel door-set and these are covered by evidence of performance.

When used in a fire-resisting door assembly, the door leaf should be hung on single-axis hinges in accordance with local and national regulations. Hinges fitted to fire-resisting doors should be able to achieve the intended fire rating; also the hinge should be able to allow the door closing device, when fitted to a fire-resisting door assembly, to close the door leaf reliably from any angle to which it has been opened, overcoming the resistance of a latch or any seals when fitted.