Technical Booklet K Ventilation·Page 34·2.82
Manual control accessibility
Manual ventilation controls should be within reasonable reach of occupants, and pull cords or operating rods may be provided where appropriate.
Where manual controls are provided, they should be within reasonable reach of the occupants. Where it is considered reasonable, pull cords, operating rods or similar devices should be provided.
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