There is pretty much no other solution and as john says its indicative of
how little thought went into this aspect of the design. Its a great pity
because in all other respects it is a wonderful building
Malcolm crate
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From: John Gregory [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
Sent: 17 June 2004 10:08
To: [log in to unmask]
Subject: Re: removeable handrail
If there is no practical solution, then I agree, but the question has to be
asked as to how much effort was given to designing out this anomaly in the
first place.
John Gregory
Access Officer
Cherwell District Council
Environmental Services Dept
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From: Roger Jarvis
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Sent: 17 June 2004 08:26
To: [log in to unmask]
Subject: Re: removeable handrail
We may not like the idea of the client's intended solution
to the problem in
this particular scenario and we may be able to foresee
problems arising from
it. However, if the appropriate management regimes are in
place to ensure
that the (apparently cost effective) solution works in
operational terms
then it must be acceptable. In the event of failure or
problems, the
responsibility must lie with the service provider concerned.
Regards
Roger Jarvis
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Tel/Fax: 01453 751749
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From: "Croft Consultants" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Wednesday, June 16, 2004 12:07 PM
Subject: Re: removeable handrail
> Hi
> I do not think much of the proposal having come across
similar
arrangements
> in the past. It is likely to be used once and then stored
away never to be
> seen again.
>
> So the arts centre will not be employing any one who needs
to use the
ramped
> entrance, nor will disabled people be visiting while
deliveries take
place,
> will this form part of the emergency evacuation route for
disabled people?
> if so there could be a problem.
>
> also I don't know the design or dimensions of your ramped
access, but does
> it provide for the unloading of the vehicles on a level
section, ramps can
> be very hazardous during unloading especially when wheeled
trolleys and
> trucks are used as is common in arts and theatrical
centres.
>
> Dave Croft
> [log in to unmask]
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Malcolm Crate" <[log in to unmask]>
> To: <[log in to unmask]>
> Sent: Wednesday, June 16, 2004 11:07 AM
> Subject: removeable handrail
>
>
> > Hi all.
> > Does anyone have an opinion on whether a removable
handrail should be
> > permitted to a ramp to a new building. The ramp forms
part of the
access
> > road for loading and unloading at a new arts centre.
Because of site
> > constraints the developer wants the access road and the
ramp to be one.
> The
> > developer wants a removeable handrail so that when
exhibits or equipment
> is
> > being delivered the access road will be available for
vehicles.
> > I feel very uncomfortable with this option, what do you
think?
> > Thanks
> > Malcolm Crate
> >
> >
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