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
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Safe access for cleaning windows etc.
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See para 9.1b(ii)
Anchorage for sliding
safety harness
Window
Eyebolt fixing for rope to
secure style of ladder if
over 6m long
400mm minimum
catwalk width
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Permanent stable surface away from traffic
Access to windows from a catwalk. Diagram shows:
– fixing for ladder required if it is over 6m long
– anchorage for sliding safety harness (see 9.1e) for working on a catwalk
Diagram 9.3 Ladders a maximum of 9m long
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Edition and local adoption determine which requirements apply. Use the publisher’s document for the complete clauses, diagrams and amendments.