England · Statutory guidance
Protection from falling, collision and impact: Approved Document K
Guidance covering stairs, ladders, ramps, guarding and protection from collision and impact.
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- 2013 edition; publisher updates on source page
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Stairs & circulation
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O N L I N E V E R S I O N
K5
Protection from collision with open windows etc.
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Section 6: Protection from collision with open
windows etc.
Projecting parts
6.1 Where parts of windows, skylights and ventilators project inside or outside a building, indicate this
as shown in Diagram 6.1 or Diagram 6.2 (but see also paragraph 6.2).
See para 6.1
If greater than
100mm
If less than 2m
1100mm
On access routes provide
cane detection
Diagram 6.1 Marking by a barrier
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