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Minimum clear opening
800mm
Preferred clear opening 850mm.
NB! Nominal door sizes
must be about 50mm wider than this
to meet these Standards.
Turning circulation
spaces at doorways
Printing the range of door openings is beyond the scope of this
guide. Please see the Access Advisory Committee or Council for
further information.
Closing devises
Door closers should normally not be used as they require too much
strength to open
Rising butt hinges are recommended.
Handles
Lever handles are preferred because door knobs do not provide an
adequate grip for people with hand impairments. |