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Apart from stairways constructed in accordance with AS1428.1-2001,
there must be no vertical transitions in any pedestrian walkway,
accessway or any continuous accessible path of travel.

A stairway or step must not provide the only level change in any
accessway or continuous accessible path or travel.

Accessways or continuous accessible paths of travel generally, must
comply with AS1428.2-1992 and be provided from the property
entrance(s) to the entrance of all accommodation and to and within all
common spaces and facilities; and to all commercial and retail spaces.

 

6.2.2 Pedestrian Surfaces - Gradients and Crossfalls

The gradient on a pedestrian surface that is not a walkway or a ramp as
defined by AS1428.1-2001 must not be steeper than 1 in 33 and where a
crossfall is provided the crossfall gradient must not exceed 1 in 40.

 

6.3.1 Tactile Ground Surface Indicators — Stairways

Where the handrail is continuous through both sides of a stairway,
Warning TGSI’s must be provided in accordance with AS1428.4-2002 at
the top and bottom of the stairway.

Where handrails do not continue through both sides of a landing within a
stairway, Warning TGSI’s must be provided at the landings in accordance
with AS1428.4-2002.

TGSI’s are not required within Fire Stairs as long as handrails and stair
nosings comply with AS1428.1-2001.

Note: where discrete indicators are used and Alternative Solution will be
required to comply with the Building Code of Australia.

 

6.3.2 Tactile Ground Surface Indicators — Ramps

Where the handrail is continuous through both sides of a ramp, TGSI’s
must be provided in accordance with AS1428.4 at the top and bottom of
the ramp.

Where the handrail is not continuous through the ramp, such as at a
landing, TGSI’s must be provided within the landing area in accordance
with AS1428.4-2002

Note: where discrete indicators are used and Alternative Solution will be
required to comply with the Building Code of Australia.

 

 

6.3.3 Tactile Ground Surface Indicators — Kerb Ramps

Where a kerb ramp is provided and it is located less than 3 metres from

 

 

 

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