BS 5709:2018

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BS 5709:2018 specifies field-measurable performance requirements for new gaps, gates andstiles for footpaths, bridleways, restricted byways and other routes used by the public. It can alsobe used for structures to be installed on permissive paths, wholly private ways and on commons.

It includes a hierarchy of accessibility performance requirements to raise awareness of thecharacteristics of different structures. It does not attempt to provide performance requirements inrelation to land management need, to be individually assessed according to the circumstances. It canbe used to establish and maintain a quality in all new structures that represents good practice.

This British Standard does not automatically apply retrospectively to most existing structures. It canbe used as guidance for those who wish to repair or improve existing structures.

This British Standard does not allocate decision making, installation, maintenance or record keepingto any particular organization or person.

Cross References:
Disability Discrimination Act 1995
Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984
Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000
Civil Aviation Act 1982
Countryside Act 1968
Commons Act 2006
Highways Act 1980
Disability Discrimination Act 2005
Deregulation Act 2015
Use of Invalid Carriages on Highways Regulations 1988
Animals Act 1971
National Trust Act 1971
Equality Act 2010
Road Traffic – the Use of Invalid Carriages on Highways Regulations 1988
Greater London Parks and Open Spaces Order 1967

All current amendments available at time of purchase are included with the purchase of this document.

Product Details

Published:

02/28/2018

ISBN(s):

9780580982101

Number of Pages:

36

File Size:

1 file , 2.6 MB

Product Code(s):

30359173, 30359173, 30359173

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