Are Handrails Required On Stairs?

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Are Handrails Required On Stairs?

• It is important to follow the regulations.
   Whether you are a homeowner or builder, you need
  to read the local building codes. From the height
  of the railing to handrails Canberra, there are
  written norms about everything. 
• You have to see what kind of material is
  allowed, what should be the sturdiness, what is
  the minimum length needed, and so on. 
• Before you finalize the design plan, it is
  essential to read the rule book. It avoids
  duplication of work and loss of resources. Do not
  hesitate in calling an expert or another relevant
  authority. List out your needs first, and then
  see what best can be done.

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How Many Steps Need Handrails?

• If you see the specifications, then there is no
  mention of the number of steps. The rule says
  that the total rise of the steps more than three
  feet requires rails or handrails Canberra.
• For calculating the height, they consider the
  difference between the bottom of the stairs and
  the top edge. Or in other words, the height
  difference from the ground to the area you want
  to reach.

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• What if there are only three steps? Again, you
  will have to see the local rules. In the majority
  of the cases, the rise is considered and not the
  actual number of roofs.
• It means, height is important and not the number
  of stairs. The provision of handrails is
  mandatory for all stairways that have a rise of
  at least three feet.
• Does it apply to all properties? No, as for the
  building code, it doesnt apply. If you think
  that stairs are subject to inspection, then there
  is no need to abide by codes. However, it is a
  good idea to check and confirm local rules.

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• The benefit of the handrail is that it provides
  safety.  Does a stairway of six steps need
  handrails? Again, you have to calculate the
  height. Normally, a stair with six steps will
  have a height of more than six feet. Hence, you
  will require rails.
• Do some people have a doubt that whether they
  have to install handrails Canberra on both sides?
  The answer is that on the unprotected side of the
  steps you need handrails. So, in most cases, the
  handrails will be on both sides.
• If there is a wall on one side, then the rails
  will be needed on one side. When the wall is on
  the right side, then the rails should be on the
  left side. It is necessary to ensure the safety
  of the people by installing rails.

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