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The 1998 Approved Document (amended 2000) to Part K of
the Building Regulations ‘Protection from falling,
collision and impact’ requires ramps, stairs and
landings to be clear of obstructions including door swings,
except at the bottom of a flight/ramp where a clear space of
400mm is maintained.Doors to cupboards or ducts may also open
on to landings at the top of flights/ramps if the 400mm clear
space is maintained. Safety features are also required for
power-operated doors and vision panels stipulated for doors
on main traffic routes or which can be pushed open from both
sides (see Section M for sizes).
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