Sentence 9.8.6.3.(1)

Intent 1:

To limit the probability that landings will have insufficient dimensions to allow users to access the landing, pause, pass other users, or turn without an awkward change in gait, which could lead to:

• persons falling, or
• persons 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.

Intent 2:

To limit the required length of landings, where longer landings would not significantly reduce the risk of injury, and where:

• users are likely to be familiar with the stair or ramp, or
• the risk of being knocked over by other users is unlikely.

This is to limit the probability that landings will have insufficient dimensions to allow users to access the landing, pause, pass other users, or turn without an awkward change in gait, which could lead to:

• persons falling, or
• persons 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.