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−	= ~~Introduction~~ =	+	= What are ramps? =

−	Ramps are sloped pathways used both inside and outside buildings used to provide access between vertical levels. Ramps provide an alternative to stairs for wheelchair users, people with mobility issues and people with prams, bicycles and other wheeled items.	+	Ramps are sloped pathways used both inside and outside buildings and elsewhere in the built environment used to provide access between different vertical levels. Ramps provide an alternative to stairs for wheelchair users, people with mobility issues and people with prams, bicycles and other wheeled items.

	The gradient, slope or steepness of a ramp is the angular relationship between its rise (vertical height) and its horizontal projection or length (run), often expressed as a ratio. The rise may be set at a unit of one, so that, for example, a slope of 1:20 means that as each dimensional unit of height rises or falls, the dimensional unit of length runs out by 20 units. A ramp that has too steep a slope will prove difficult for people to use and could even be unsafe, whilst a ramp with too shallow a slope can require excessive length.		The gradient, slope or steepness of a ramp is the angular relationship between its rise (vertical height) and its horizontal projection or length (run), often expressed as a ratio. The rise may be set at a unit of one, so that, for example, a slope of 1:20 means that as each dimensional unit of height rises or falls, the dimensional unit of length runs out by 20 units. A ramp that has too steep a slope will prove difficult for people to use and could even be unsafe, whilst a ramp with too shallow a slope can require excessive length.
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		+	= What are the considerations when designing ramps? =

	There are a wide range of issues that must be considered in the design of ramps, including:		There are a wide range of issues that must be considered in the design of ramps, including:

	* The appropriate steepness, length and width.		* The appropriate steepness, length and width.
−	* The distance between landings.	+	* The distance between horizontal landings.
−	* Likely users and the ~~mode of~~ assistance they ~~are likely to~~ require.	+	* Likely users and the assistance they may require.
	* Surface materials.		* Surface materials.
	* Approach and access onto the ramp.		* Approach and access onto the ramp.
	* The position of handrails and barriers.		* The position of handrails and barriers.
−	* Placement of door handles and the swing direction of doors.	+	* Placement of door handles and the swing direction of doors opening into ramped areas.
−	* ~~Impact~~ of a ramp on available space, existing trees, vegetation, and so on.	+	* The impact of a ramp on available space, existing trees, vegetation, and so on.
		+	* Colours to maximise visual legibility.
		+	* The inclusion of tactile surfaces for people with visual impairment.
	* Cost.		* Cost.
	* Compliance with the building regulations.		* Compliance with the building regulations.
	* The availability of alternative means of access.		* The availability of alternative means of access.
		+	* Possible alternatives such as lifts, chair lifts, alternative routes and so on.

−	= ~~Regulations~~ =	+	= How are ramps regulated? =

−	The Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992 Approved Code of Practice and guidance states:	+	The Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992 Approved Code of Practice and guidance states: 'Regardless of their disability, people should be able to gain access to buildings and use the facilities. This could mean that an employer may need to make some changes to a building or premises to take account of the disabled person's needs.'
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−	'Regardless of their disability, people should be able to gain access to buildings and use the facilities. This could mean that an employer may need to make some changes to a building or premises to take account of the disabled person's needs.'	+

	Furthermore, the Equality Act 2010 requires that 'reasonable adjustments' are made when providing access to goods, facilities, services and premises.		Furthermore, the Equality Act 2010 requires that 'reasonable adjustments' are made when providing access to goods, facilities, services and premises.

−	The buildings regulations ~~Approved Document~~ M (Access to and use of buildings) requires that 'reasonable provision shall be made for people to: a) gain access to; and b) use the building and its facilities.' It also states that 'where the gradient of the approach, whether over its whole length or in part, is 1:20 or steeper, that part of the approach should be designed as ramped access.'	+	The buildings regulations approved document M (Access to and use of buildings) requires that 'reasonable provision shall be made for people to: a) gain access to; and b) use the building and its facilities.' It also states that 'where the gradient of the approach, whether over its whole length or in part, is 1:20 or steeper, that part of the approach should be designed as ramped access.'

	In all cases, it is recommended that stair access also be provided as ramps are not necessarily convenient for all people, even those with mobility issues.		In all cases, it is recommended that stair access also be provided as ramps are not necessarily convenient for all people, even those with mobility issues.
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	Where the total rise between levels is greater than 2 metres, an alternative means of access for wheelchair users should be made available, such as a lift.		Where the total rise between levels is greater than 2 metres, an alternative means of access for wheelchair users should be made available, such as a lift.

−	~~The~~ gradient of a ramp and its going (horizontal distance) between landings must be in accordance with the following table:	+	= How steep can ramps be? =
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		+	According to approved document M, the gradient of a ramp and its going (horizontal distance) between landings must be in accordance with the following table:

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−	== ~~External~~ ramps ==	+	== What are the requirements for external ramps? ==

−	Approved ~~Document~~ M sets out the following requirements for external ramps:	+	Approved document M sets out the following requirements for external ramps:

	* Gradients should be as shallow as is practicable.		* Gradients should be as shallow as is practicable.
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	* All landings should be level, subject to a maximum gradient of 1:60 along the length, and a maximum cross-fall gradient of 1:40.		* All landings should be level, subject to a maximum gradient of 1:60 along the length, and a maximum cross-fall gradient of 1:40.

−	== ~~Internal~~ ramps ==	+	== What are the requirements for internal ramps ==

	The design considerations for internal ramps are the same as those above for external ramps, excluding issues relating to the external environment.		The design considerations for internal ramps are the same as those above for external ramps, excluding issues relating to the external environment.
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	* Access and inclusion in the built environment: policy and guidance.		* Access and inclusion in the built environment: policy and guidance.
	* Access consultant.		* Access consultant.
−	* Access control in buildings.
	* Approved Document K.		* Approved Document K.
	* Approved Document M.		* Approved Document M.
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	* Equality Act.		* Equality Act.
	* Escalator.		* Escalator.
−	* Gently sloping.
	* Gradient.		* Gradient.
	* Guarding.		* Guarding.
	* Hazard warning surfaces.		* Hazard warning surfaces.
	* Inclusive design.		* Inclusive design.
−	* Landings in buildings.
	* Lifting platform.		* Lifting platform.
	* Lifts.		* Lifts.
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	* Stairlift.		* Stairlift.
	* Railings.		* Railings.
−	* Walkway.

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	* The rise is no more than the minimum that can be provided by two risers.		* The rise is no more than the minimum that can be provided by two risers.

−	= Related articles on Designing Buildings ~~Wiki~~ =	+	= Related articles on Designing Buildings =

	* Accessibility in the built environment.		* Accessibility in the built environment.
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	* Stairlift.		* Stairlift.
	* Railings.		* Railings.
		+	* Walkway.

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	* Older people.		* Older people.
	* People with disabilities.		* People with disabilities.
		+	* Planning transport for people with disabilities as the population ages.
	* Stairs.		* Stairs.
	* Stairlift.		* Stairlift.

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−	More information on [https://www.nurturegroup.co.uk/wheelchair-ramp-regulations/ wheelchair ramp regulations] can be found on manufacturers websites such as [https://www.nurturegroup.co.uk/how-to-choose-the-right-access-ramp/ Nurture Access Ramps].	+	== External ramps ==
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−	=== External ramps ===	+

	Approved Document M sets out the following requirements for external ramps:		Approved Document M sets out the following requirements for external ramps:
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	* All landings should be level, subject to a maximum gradient of 1:60 along the length, and a maximum cross-fall gradient of 1:40.		* All landings should be level, subject to a maximum gradient of 1:60 along the length, and a maximum cross-fall gradient of 1:40.

−	=== Internal ramps ===	+	== Internal ramps ==

	The design considerations for internal ramps are the same as those above for external ramps, excluding issues relating to the external environment.		The design considerations for internal ramps are the same as those above for external ramps, excluding issues relating to the external environment.
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	* The rise is no more than the minimum that can be provided by two risers.		* The rise is no more than the minimum that can be provided by two risers.

−	~~= Find out more =~~	+	= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =
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−	=== Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ===	+

	* Accessibility in the built environment.		* Accessibility in the built environment.
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	* Railings.		* Railings.

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−	More information can be found on manufacturers websites such as [https://www.nurturegroup.co.uk/how-to-choose-the-right-access-ramp/ Nurture Access Ramps].	+	More information on [https://www.nurturegroup.co.uk/wheelchair-ramp-regulations/ wheelchair ramp regulations] can be found on manufacturers websites such as [https://www.nurturegroup.co.uk/how-to-choose-the-right-access-ramp/ Nurture Access Ramps].

	=== External ramps ===		=== External ramps ===

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		+	More information can be found on manufacturers websites such as [https://www.nurturegroup.co.uk/how-to-choose-the-right-access-ramp/ Nurture Access Ramps].

	=== External ramps ===		=== External ramps ===

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	* Escalator.		* Escalator.
	* Gently sloping.		* Gently sloping.
		+	* Gradient.
	* Guarding.		* Guarding.
	* Hazard warning surfaces.		* Hazard warning surfaces.