Safer escalators in public places

Publication C732

CIRIA, 2013

Document Status

Current

Supplement

Core Supplement

Series

Publication

Abstract

Addresses factors affecting normal use of escalators in public spaces, such as hazards, behaviour, use, risk mitigation, pre-installation design and considers issues for manufacturers.

Author

Gilbertson, A. (ed)

History

Based on research project RP964. Complimentary guidance for C722 Safer stairs in public places - assessment of existing stairs (CIRIA, 2013).

ISBN

9780860177364

Subjects

Publisher History

CIRIA was formerly known as the Construction Industry Research and Information Association. They are a member-based research and information organisation who publish reports and technical papers covering building and civil engineering as well as transport and utilities infrastructure.


Information

NBS

NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.

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