Designing Escape Routes for Disabled Persons in UK Buildings

Inclusive fire safety design ensures everyone can escape. We examine the requirements for accessible escape routes.. Inclusive Escape Design Legal Requirements Equality Act 2010 requires reasonable adjustments BS 9999 Section 10 — provisions for disabled persons Approved Document M — access requirements Design Provisions 1. Refuge areas at protected stairways on every floor 2. Evacuation lifts designed to BS EN 81 76 3. Visual and tactile alarm signals for hearing impairment 4. Contrast and wayfinding for visual impairment 5. Level access throughout escape routes 6. Door widths minimum 800mm clear opening on escape routes For inclusive fire safety design, contact us.