Correctly specifying access to public buildings in line with ramp building regulations.
The regulations for ramp and stepped access can be found in Document M Volume 2, Document K and British Standards 8300-1:2018.
All options shown below are requirements of the regulations.
The minimum width of a ramped approach is 1500mm, and the gradient is 1:15 (Doc M. Vol 2. Page 19. 1.26e / BS8300-1. Page 41).
Level Landings (Rest Platforms)
Once the maximum ramp length has been achieved, you should provide a level landing to allow the user to rest.
The minimal length of a level platform is 1500mm (Doc M. Vol 2. Page 20h / Doc. K 2.13b / BS8300-1. Page 41).
The maximum ramp length for the gradients can be found in the diagram below (Doc M. Vol 2. Page 19 Table 1 / BS8300-1. Page 40).
The minimum step width is 1500mm (Doc M. Vol 2. Page 19 1.26e / BS8300-1. Page 36).
The minimum handrail height for a level platform is 1100mm (Doc K. Page 24. Diagram 3.1. / BS8300-1. Page 42).
If the ramp height exceeds 380mm, Infill handrails are required to prevent users from climbing or falling through gaps.
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