Primary School 2nd Handrail
AS 1428.1:2009, 11.2 (d) AS/NZS 1428:2009, 2.3.3 (c) Zone for Service & Fittings
NCC 2022 Vol 1, D2D8 (1) (a) NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D14 (1) (a) AS/NZS 1428:2009, 2.3.3 (e) AS 1428.1:2009, 11.2 (e) AS/NZS 1428:2009, 2.4 AS/NZS 1428:2009, 2.3.3 (c) Allow for Service & Fittings
NCC 2022 Vol 1, D2D7 NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D25 (1) (a) (i) NCC 2022 Vol 1, F5D2 (8) (c) NCC 2022 HP, 10.3.1 (1) (f) NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D18 (1) (d) NCC 2022 HP, 11.3.4 (2) (b) (ii) NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D17 (1) (d) NCC 2022 HP, 11.3.3 (1) (d) NCC 2022 Vol 1, F5D2 (8) (c) NCC 2022 HP, 10.3.1 (1) (f) NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D14 (1) (b) NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D14 (1) (b) NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D20 (1) NCC 2022 HP, 11.3.4 (8) (a) NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D18 (2) (b) NCC 2022 HP, 11.3.4 (3) NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D20 (1) NCC 2022 HP, 11.3.4 (8) (a) NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D15 (a) NCC 2022 HP, 11.2.5 (1) (b) NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D20 (1) NCC 2022 HP, 11.3.4 (8) (a) NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D14 (1) (a) NCC 2022 HP, 11.2.2 (1) (a) NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D14 (1) (a) NCC 2022 HP, 11.2.5 (1) (a) NCC 2022 HP, 11.2.5 (2) NCC 2022 Vol 1, D1P2 Safe Movement requirements within a Building NCC 2022 Vol 1, D1P2
Walking surfaces with safe gradients Doors installed to avoid the risk of occupants Stairways & ramps with s lip-resistant & handrailsLandings to avoid undue fatigue Landings where a door opens from or onto ramp & stairway without any obstruction Storage Under Stairs
Fire-isolated Stair Not allowed[1] Required non Fire-isolated Stair 60/60/60 FRL [2] Enclosure Under Stair RULES NCC 2022 V1 Class 2 to 9
NCC 2022 D3D9 [2019 D2.8]
May 2023
NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D9 (1) NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D9 (2) (a) NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D9 (2) (b) NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D9 (1) NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D9 (2) (a) Handrail Termination
Required in an Accessible Path of Travel or an Accessible Sole Occupancy Unit[1] Handrail TERMINATION NCC 2022 V3 Class 2 to 9
NCC 2022 D3D22 & 11.3.5 [2019 D2.17, 3.9.2.4]
May 2023
AS 1428.1:2009, 12 (g) AS 1428.1:2009, 12 (c) AS 1428.1:2009, 12 (a) NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D22 NCC 2022 HP, 11.3.5 NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D22 (5) NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D16 Thresholds NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D16
No step allowed if required to be accessible ≤ 190mm step if onto an open space≤ 25mm door sill above FFL in Class 9a ≤ 1:8 ramp gradient for ≤ 25mm height of threshold in Class 9c Compliant to AS 1428.1 Tools™ Best Practice Treads & Risers Best Practice Tools™ Best Practice
Allow for drainage around Nosings Avoid single Risers Clear Height
Bulkhead Clearance NCC 2022 V1 ≥ 2.1m height clearance above nosing line to bulkheadsHeight Clearance RULES NCC 2022 V1 All Building Classes
NCC 2022 F5D2 & HP10.3.1 [2019 F3.1]
May 2023
NCC 2022 Vol 1, F5D2 NCC 2022 HP, 10.3.1 (1) (f) NCC 2022 HP, 10.3.1 (1) (f) NCC 2022 Vol 1, F5D2 (8) (c) Tools™ Best Practice Landings
Landing (Private Stair) NCC 2022 V1 Class 1 - 4 & 10 (Private)
NCC 2022 HP11.2.5 [2019 3.9.1.5]
May 2023
NCC 2022 HP, 11.2.5 (1) (c) Landing CLEARANCES NCC 2022 V3 Class 2 to 9
NCC 2022 D2D8 & HP11.2.5 [2019 D1.4]
May 2023
NCC 2022 HP, 11.3.5 NCC 2022 HP, 11.2.5 (1) (a) NCC 2022 HP, 11.2.5 (1) (a) NCC 2022 HP, 11.2.5 (2) NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D15 (a) (i) Glazing
Glazing FALL SAFETY NCC 2022 V1 All Building Classes
NCC 2022 B1D4 & HP8.4.2 [2019 B1.4, 3.6.4.1]
May 2023
AS 1288:2021, 5.16 (b) AS 1288:2021, 5.16 (a) AS 1288:2021, 5.16 (b) AS 1428.1:2009, 11.2 (d) AS 1428.1:2009, 11.1 (d) Clear Width
≥ 1m Public Stair[1] ≥ 600mm non-habitable[2] Landing CLEARANCES NCC 2022 V3 Class 2 to 9
NCC 2022 D2D8 & HP11.2.5 [2019 D1.4]
May 2023
NCC 2022 HP, 11.3.5 NCC 2022 HP, 11.2.5 (1) (a) NCC 2022 Vol 1, D2D8 (1) (a) NCC 2022 Vol 1, D2D8 (1) (a) Fire Door
NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D18 (2) (b) NCC 2022 HP, 11.3.4 (3) NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D18 (1) (d) NCC 2022 HP, 11.3.4 (2) (b) (ii) Non-climbable zone
4m or more fall risk must include a NCZ [1] Non-climbable Zone (NCZ) NCC 2022 V3 All Building Classes
NCC 2022 D3D20 [2019 D2.16a]
May 2023
NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D20 (1) NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D20 (1) NCC 2022 HP, 11.3.4 (8) (a) NCC 2022 HP, 11.3.4 (8) (a) NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D20 (1) Doors
Must swing in direction of Egress[1] ≤ 500mm encroachment on required width [2] ≥ 1.98m unobstructed door height[3] Door Egress Clearance RULES NCC 2022 V1 All Building Classes
NCC 2022 D2D7 to 11 [2019 D1.6]
May 2023
NCC 2022 Vol 1, D2D7 NCC 2022 Vol 1, D2D9 (c) ≥ 1.98m heightNCC 2022 Vol 1, D2D7 ≥ Required unobstructed exit width - 250mm NCC 2022 Vol 1, D2D9 (c) ≥ 750mm for most Class 2 to 9 where unobstructed exit width ≥ 1m Width increases where the aggregate width of unobstructed exit > 1m No requirements if access is only to a sanitary compartment or bathroom Door Swing RULES NCC 2022 V1 Class 2 to 9
NCC 2022 D3D25 [2019 D2.20]
May 2023
NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D25 (1) (a) NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D25 (1) (b) In a required exit must not encroachNCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D25 (1) (a) > 500mm swing path into the required width> 100mm when fully open (including handles)Must swing in the direction of travel unlessNCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D25 (1) (b) Serves ≤ 200m² building area & has a Hold Open Device Serves a Sanitary Compartment or Airlock NCC 2022 Vol 1, D2D7 NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D25 (1) (a) (i) NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D25 (1) (b) Tactile Indicators (TGSI)
300 ± 10mm from nosing[1] 300 to 400mm depth if Landing ≤ 3m , or [2] Outer handrail not continuous Tactile Ground Surface Indicators (TGSI) NCC 2022 V1 Class 2 to 9
NCC 2022 D4D9, S15, & I2D11
[2019 D3.8, D3.6, H2.11]
May 2023
AS/NZS 1428.4.1:2009, 2.3.3 (c) AS/NZS 1428.4.1:2009, 2.4 Changes in direction to be tangibly indicated in compliance to the NCC Starts 300±10mm AS/NZS 1428.4.1:2009, 2.3.3 (c) from nosing, & Full width of StairAS/NZS 1428.4.1:2009, 2.4 600 to 800mm depth if an open Stair, or300 to 400mm depth if an enclosed Stair with Landing ≤ 3m Not required where outer handrail is continuous & Landing ≤ 3m Not required in a fire stair Must be within property boundary Tactile Indicator OPTIONS NCC 2022 V1 AS/NZS 1428:2009, 2.4 AS/NZS 1428:2009, 2.3.3 (c) Tactile indicators (TGSI)
300±10mm from nosing [1] 600 to 800mm depth[2] Tactile Ground Surface Indicators (TGSI) NCC 2022 V1 Class 2 to 9
NCC 2022 D4D9, S15, & I2D11
[2019 D3.8, D3.6, H2.11]
May 2023
AS/NZS 1428.4.1:2009, 2.3.3 (c) AS/NZS 1428.4.1:2009, 2.4 Changes in direction to be tangibly indicated in compliance to the NCC Starts 300±10mm AS/NZS 1428.4.1:2009, 2.3.3 (c) from nosing, & Full width of StairAS/NZS 1428.4.1:2009, 2.4 600 to 800mm depth if an open Stair, or300 to 400mm depth if an enclosed Stair with Landing ≤ 3m Not required where outer handrail is continuous & Landing ≤ 3m Not required in a fire stair Must be within property boundary Tactile Indicator OPTIONS NCC 2022 V1 AS/NZS 1428.4.1:2009, 2.3.3 (c) AS/NZS 1428.4.1:2009, 2.3.3 (e) Balustrade
≥ 1m height [1] Ø 125mm sphere unable to pass between landing or nosing line & bottom rail of barrier[2] [3] 4m or more fall risk must include a NCZ [4] [5] Balustrade RULES NCC 2022 V1 All Building Classes
NCC 2022 D3D17 to 21 [2019 D2.16]
May 2023
NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D17 (1) (d) NCC 2022 HP, 11.3.3 (1) (d) NCC 2022 HP, 11.3.4 (4) NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D21 NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D19 (1) Non-climbable Zone (NCZ) NCC 2022 V1 All Building Classes
NCC 2022 D3D20 & HP11.3.4 [2019 D2.16a, 3.9.2.3]
May 2023
NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D20 (1) NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D20 (1) NCC 2022 HP, 11.3.4 (8) (a) NCC 2022 HP, 11.3.4 (8) (a) Class 7 & 8 Balustrade RULES NCC 2022 V1 Class 7 & 8
NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D19 [2019 D2.16a]
May 2023
NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D19 (3) (a) NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D19 (3) (b) Balustrade BEST PRACTICE NCC 2022 V2 Any balustrade system to withstand expected loads Must be designed and structurally certified Dependent on the location and use Glazed systems rely on a common rail or specialized laminated glass to prevent fall if a panel fails Confirm acceptance of system & selection with owner & certifier Where a balustrade meets a window or other uneven element, mullion or transom, openings may become larger than allowed Ø 125mm opening compliance may be affectedRisk for climbing Fixed furniture, taps etc. must not be installed near a balustrade Wire balustrades Avoid as this requires regular maintenance Have high certification failure rate & facilitate climbing Fire-isolated Stair RULES NCC 2022 V3 Class 2 to 9
NCC 2022 D3D17 to 21 [2019 D2.16]
May 2023
NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D19 NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D19 (4) NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D19 (3) (b) NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D19 (2) NCC 2022 HP, 11.3.4 (8) (a) NCC 2022 HP, 11.3.4 (4) NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D20 (1) NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D19 (1) NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D17 (1) (d) Nosings
Nosings - Private Stair NCC 2022 V1 Class 1 & 10
NCC 2022 11.2.4 [2019 3.9.1.4]
May 2023
Non Slip TESTING & MAINTENANCE NCC 2022 V1 Material SAFETY NCC 2022 V1 Nosing RULES NCC 2022 V4 Class 2 to 9
NCC 2022 D3, H5D2, H5D3 & 11.2 [2019 D2.0, 3.9.1]
May 2023
NCC 2022 Vol 1, S15C4 (b) NCC 2022 HP, 11.2.4 (2) (b) NCC 2022 Vol 2, H5D2 NCC 2022 Vol 2, H5D2 NCC 2022 Vol 2, H5D3 NCC 2022 HP, 11.2.1 AS 1428.1:2009, 12 (c) AS 1428.1:2009, 11.1 (d) NCC 2022 HP, 11.2.4 (2) (b) NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D14 (1) (e) (ii) NCC 2022 Vol 2, H5D2 NCC 2022 Vol 1, S15C4 (b) Treads & Risers
2 to 18 risers in a single flight[1] 115 to 190mm Riser[2] 250 to 355mm Going (240mm if a private stair) ± 5mm per tread & ± 10mm overall Tolerance [3] Ø 125mm sphere unable to pass through an open riser[4] Opaque Risers mandatory for DDA compliance [5] Slip RATING NCC 2022 V2 All Building Classes
NCC 2022 D3D15 & HP11.2.4 [2019 D2.14, 3.9.1.4]
May 2023
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Riser & Going RULES NCC 2022 V5 All Building Classes
NCC 2022 D3D14 [2019 D2.13]
May 2023
NCC 2022 HP, 11.2.2 (1) (e) NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D14 (1) (f) Tread & Riser BEST PRACTICE NCC 2022 V2 No single Riser Stairs Generally not permitted ≤ 1 : 50 gradient to landing Step ramp 1 : 10 at ≤ 190mm height preferred For stairways adjoining a sloping walkway DO NOT allow the last tread to follow the sloping gradient NCC 2022 HP, 11.2.2 (5) NCC 2022 HP, 11.2.2 (1) (a) NCC 2022 HP, 11.2.2 (1) (c) (ii) NCC 2022 HP, 11.2.2 (1) (d) AS 1428.1:2009, 11.1 (c) Handrails
865mm to 1m high[1] Ø 30 to 50mm [2] < 1m high stair not required (private)[3] [4] Required both sides if width > 2m (public) Handrail PRIVATE STAIR NCC 2022 V1 Class 1 - 4 & 10 (Private)
NCC 2022 D3D22 & HP11.3.5 [2019 D2.17 & 3.9.2.4]
May 2023
< 1m high stair does not require a handrailHandrail to at least 1 side Handrail continuous if possible, but can stop at newel posts or where barrier terminates No requirement to shape but must be able to be gripped Handrail ACCESSIBILITY NCC 2022 V6 All Building Classes
NCC 2022 D3D22 & HP11.3.5 [2019 D2.17, 3.9.2.4]
May 2023
NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D22 (1) (b) AS 1428.1:2009, 12 (b) AS 1428.1:2009, 12 (c) Handrails to be provided in compliance to the NCC Ø 30 to 50mm NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D22 (1) (b) Both sides if width of stair is > 2m (Public)AS 1428.1:2009, 12 (b) Any stair in an Accessible Path of Travel or an Accessible Sole Occupancy Unit to have handrails to both sides Both handrails continuous around landings except at doors, fire services etc. Exposed edges & corners ≥ r 5mm AS 1428.1:2009, 12 (c) Handrail GEOMETRY NCC 2022 V2 Balustrade height measured from top of a hob, if higher than adjacent floor level ≥ 900mm down stair flights &≥ 1.05m at landings & balconiesDesign the Balustrade to be slightly higher than the minimum Just 1mm too low can make the rails defective & unsafe At a mid-landing with a change of direction Locate the the first upward riser 1 going length from the landing This allows for improved handrail geometry Handrail DURABILITY NCC 2022 V2 If within 200m from a coastline, select stainless steel or powder-coated aluminium products Always use stainless steel fixings, washers, packers, & spacers Polished stainless steel finishes will reduce "tea staining" NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D18 (2) (b) NCC 2022 HP, 11.3.5 (2) (a) NCC 2022 Vol 1, D3D22 (6) (b) AS 1428.1:2009, 12 (b) Redirecting... (5)
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