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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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O N L I N E V E R S I O N List of Approved Documents The following documents have been published to give guidance on how to meet the Building Regulations. You can find the date of the edition approved by the Secretary of State at www.gov.uk/dclg. Approved Document A Structure Approved Document B: Fire Safety Volume 1: Dwellinghouses Approved Document B: Fire Safety Volume 2: Buildings other than dwellinghouses Approved Document C Site preparation and resistance to contaminants and moisture Approved Document D Toxic substances Approved Document E Resistance to the passage of sound Approved Document F Ventilation Approved Document G Sanitation, hot water safety and water efficiency Approved Document H Drainage and waste disposal Approved Document J Combustion appliances and fuel storage systems Approved Document K Protection from falling, collision and impact Approved Document L1A Conservation of fuel and power (New dwellings) Approved Document L1B Conservation of fuel and power (Existing dwellings) Approved Document L2A Conservation of fuel and power (New buildings other than dwellings) Approved Document L2B Conservation of fuel and power (Existing buildings other than dwellings) Approved Document M Access to and use of buildings Approved Document P Electrical safety – Dwellings Approved Document 7 Materials and workmanship O N L I N E V E R S I O N

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