Protection from falling, collision and impact: Approved Document K

K1 Ramps Section 2: Ramps Scope 2.1 The guidance provided in this document covers internal and external ramps when they are part of the building. Additional guidance is provided in Approved Document M when external ramped access also forms part of the principal entrances and alternative accessible entrances, and when they form part of the access route to the building from the boundary of the site and car parking. See Approved Document M Section 1 (for buildings other than dwellings) and Section 6 (for dwellings). Appearance of ramps For buildings other than dwellings 2.2 Ensure that ramps are readily apparent or clearly signposted. Steepness of ramps For all buildings 2.3 Ensure that the relationship between the gradient of a ramp and its going between landings is as shown in Diagram 2.1. NOTE: A floor level with a gradient of 1:20 or steeper should be designed as a ramp. See para 2.3 Diagram 2.1 Relationship of ramp gradient to the going of a flight 18 Approved Document K, 2013 edition Building Regulations 2010 pmar fo tneidarg mumixaM O N L I N E V E R S I O N 1:20 (500mm rise) 1:15 (333mm rise) 1:12 (166mm rise) 0 2 5 10 Going of ramp flight (m) NOTE: For goings between 2m and 10m, it is acceptable to interpolate between the maximum gradients i.e. 1:14 for 4m going or 1:19 for 9m going ttt KKK,,, 222000111333 eeedddiiitttiiiooonnn OOO NNN LLL III NNN EEE VVV EEE RRR SSS III OOO NNN