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Diagram 2.3 - Complementary Steps Tactile Warnings
Diagram 2.3NI-wide·Technical Booklet H Stairs Ramps Guarding and Protection from Impact
Diagram 2.3 Complementary steps - tactile warnings (a) external steps showing side access onto intermediate landing and having not less than 800 mm from the access to the top and bottom of flights -
stairsprotection-from-fallingaccessibilityexternal-spaceExternal step profiles
Diagram 2.4NI-wide·Technical Booklet H Stairs Ramps Guarding and Protection from Impact
External step profiles showing minimum 60° angle with rise dimension 15–25 mm and tread dimension 15–25 mm. See para 2.14.
stairsexternal-spaceprotection-from-fallingLanding exemption for external flights with low rise
3.19NI-wide·Technical Booklet H Stairs Ramps Guarding and Protection from Impact
A landing need not be provided between an external flight and a doorway if the rise of the flight is not more than 600 mm and the door slides or opens away from the steps. Where there is a single ste
stairsprotection-from-fallingdwellingexternal-spaceLoading bay exit requirements
6.1, 6.2NI-wide·Technical Booklet H Stairs Ramps Guarding and Protection from Impact
A loading bay should be provided with at least one exit point from the lower level (preferably near the centre of the rear wall). A wide loading bay (with space for 3 or more vehicles) should be prov
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