scope:

This standard applies to new and altered stairways, which include public stairways, temporary stairways, non-public stairways, escape stairways (public and non-public), fire-fighting stairways, steps, fixed ladders, public ramps, non-public ramps, escape ramps and temporary ramps.

Note: Temporary stairs or ramps are those which may be introduced as part of temporary re-routing, construction works etc.

This standard applies to designers, contractors, suppliers and maintainers undertaking work within LU owned, managed or occupied operational premises.

Note: For stairways, ramps and handrails loading requirements, refer to S1053 Civil Engineering - Building and Station Structures.

Note: For embankment/cutting step design, refer to S1054 'Civil Engineering - Earth structures'.

Note: For ramps to platform humps and platform end ramps, refer also to S1131 Premises - station platforms.

Note: For finishes to stairways and ramps, refer to S1135 Built Environment - finishes.

Note: For Manual Boarding Ramps (MBRs), refer to S1374 Customer experience in London Underground stations.

Note: This standard is supported by G0133 Guidance on Stairways and Ramps.

Purpose

The purpose of this standard is to define the requirements for determining performance for stairways, steps, fixed ladders, ramps and handrails in all operational London Underground (LU) premises and property.