Vi approved document b volume 2 2019 edition building regulations 2010 section 4.
Building regulations fire escape stairs.
Paragon stairs provides metal fire escape staircases that are guaranteed to last through constant outdoor exposure.
Current building regulations contain guidance on the widths of escape routes and exits for new build non domestic properties and the communal areas in purpose built blocks of flats in the building regulations 2010 fire safety approved document b volume 2 buildings other than dwellinghouses 2006 edition incorporating amendments up.
Means of escape in case of fire see technical guidance document b.
Number of escape stairs 28 provision of refuges 29 width of escape stairs 30 design and protection of escape stairs 36 builudngd rlbu builudngd rlbu.
Public stairs means stairs used by large numbers of people at one time e g.
Building regulations for fire safety in residential homes including new and existing dwellings flats residential accommodation schools colleges and offices.
B1 means of escape in case of fire b5 access and facilities for the fire service.
A tailor made staircase is the structural masterpiece of a property or commercial space.
Building regulations requirements k1 stairways ladders and ramps shall be such as to afford safe passage for the users of a building.
The perfect design solution should incorporate all the elements of style practicality and safety.
In places of public.
Fire escape stairs and balconies shall be examined for.
The fire code official is authorized to require testing or other satisfactory evidence that an existing fire escape stair meets the requirements of this section.
A staircase design should not only look aesthetically pleasing but also be safe to use that s why it s imperative your staircase complies with current building regulations.
Fire escape stairs and balconies shall be provided with a top and intermediate handrail on each side.
Where the escape stair which has a total rise of more than 1 6m every part of the external wall including fixed windows or glazing self closing fire doors other than a.
Building regulations for fire escape windows if the first floor of your home is no higher than 4 5m above the exterior ground level then you will need to be able to escape the house from the first floor via egress windows to all habitable rooms i e.
To bedrooms but not bathrooms.
Fire safety the building regulations 2010.
In order to protect the occupants from fire and smoke during evacuation the external escape stair should be protected against the outbreak of fire from within the building.
This technical guidance document is.
