Approved Document K
Protection from falling, collision and impact
About Approved Document K
Approved Document K gives guidance on protection from falling, collision and impact. It covers stairs, ladders and ramps, guarding, vehicle barriers and loading bays, and the safety of glazing, windows and doors.
What it covers
- Stairs, ladders and ramps
- Protection from falling, including guarding
- Vehicle barriers and loading bays
- Protection against impact with glazing
- Manifestation of glazing so that it is easy to see
- Safe opening and cleaning of windows, and protection from impact and trapping by doors
Approved Document K: protection from falling, collision and impact
Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government
Figures in the current edition
Diagram 1.1 Measuring rise and going
Diagram 1.2 Examples of suitable tread profiles
Diagram 1.3 Minimum headroom
Diagram 1.4 Reduced headroom for loft conversions
Diagram 1.5 Dividing flights
Diagram 1.6 Change of direction in flights