When it comes to providing the best possible healthcare, being able to restrict and manage airflow to reduce the transfer of airborne pathogens is paramount.
As stated in AS1428.1-2021 Clause 11.2 (b), stairs must have a handrail complying with Clause 12 installed on both sides as shown in Figures 26 (a & b).
Noted in NZS 4121:2001 Section 8.3.4, the top or bottom step of any flight of stairs shall not encroach into corridors so that the effective minimum width of the corridor on accessible routes or means of escape in fire, is compromised.
Under NZBC Clause D1 (Access Routes), Handrails shall be provided on both sides of accessible stairways and on both sides of accessible ramps where the ramp slope is steeper than 1 in 20.
Under NZBC Clause D1, there are a variety of stair types with differing requirements for stairway pitch, riser & tread lengths. This is so that people moving into, within or out of buildings can do so safely.
In accordance with AS1428.1-2009 Clause 11.1 (b), stairs that intersect at an internal corridor shall be set back in accordance with Figure 26(B), as shown below.
Top mounted Handrails such as AR10, AR45 or CB30 used on stairs, require a substrate width of 1150+mm to meet the minimum 1000 mm clear between rails requirement of AS 1428 & NCC/BCA.
When specifying for a louvre model, it is vital to know the airflow. Our Louvre Airflow Calculator helps you to work out the free area and pressure drop of the chosen louvre model and dimensions.
Accounting for over 60% of slip, trip and fall deaths in buildings, public stairways require the installation of precise visual cues to help people ascend and descend steps safely.
Aside from facilitating smooth traffic flow, floor and stair safety is an essential requirement to prevent fall/slip-related injuries and accidents from occurring.
As part of Fairview’s wellness program, the team raised money again this year, to donate food and gifts for inclusion into Lithgow Information & Neighbourhood Centre’s (LINC) Christmas hampers, for those families in need within the Lithgow community.