Stairways & Exits
Stairway width requirements, emergency exit specifications, signage, and accessibility standards.
Emergency Exit Requirements
All emergency exits must comply with NFPA 101 Life Safety Code. Exits must remain unobstructed at all times and be clearly marked with illuminated signage. Emergency roads and passages must be provided with chargeable lighting devices to operate in case of power outage. Firefighting stairs must be a minimum of 1,200mm wide.
- CriticalStandardNFPA 101 Life Safety Code
- CriticalFirefighting stair widthMinimum 1,200 mm
- CriticalEmergency lightingChargeable backup on all emergency routes
- CriticalExit signageIlluminated, clearly visible
- CriticalObstructionZero tolerance — exits must be clear at all times
Elevators
The 2026 regulations introduce a new requirement for a sufficient number of electric elevators commensurate with the number of floors and the number of workers in the accommodation. Elevators must be included in the periodic maintenance programme.
- CriticalElevatorsSufficient number for floors and occupancy
- CriticalMaintenanceIncluded in periodic maintenance contract
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