9.8.6.3.(4)

Objective

OS3 Safety in Use

Attribution

Intent

Intent 1:

To limit the probability of an inadequately sized standing surface at doors opening towards stairs, which could lead to users stepping back onto the stairs when opening the door and:

  • falling, or
  • falling in an emergency, which could lead to delays in the evacuation or movement of persons to a safe place.

This is to limit the probability of harm to persons.

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