AS 1074-1989 pdf free.Fixed Platforms, Walkways, Stairways And Ladders – Design, Construction And Installation.
This Standard sets out requirements for the design. construction, and installation of fixed platforms, walkways, stairways, and ladders which are intended to provide means of safe access to and safe working at places normally used by operating, inSpection, maintenance, and servicing personnel.
The Standard does not apply to situations where special provision is made in appropriate building or other regulations, e.g. means of escape from fire. Requirements for portable ladders are not included in this Standard.
1.2 APPLICATION The design. construction, and installation of a platform, walkway, stairway, or ladder shall comply with the appropriate requirements of Section 2 and the specific requirements for the type of structure. as follows:
(a) Platforms and walkways: Section 3.
(b) Stairways: Section 4.
(c) Fixed ladders: Section 5.
The application of the relevant Sections and the limits ot slope are illustrated in hgure 1.1.
Where it is not reasonably practicable to meet the full requirements of this Standard, advice should be sought from the regulatory authority.