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Disabled Access Solutions - Disabled access doors.
The Disability Discrimination Act introduced new
laws and measures aimed at ending the discrimination that many
people with disabilities face.
Part 3 of the Act which came into force on 1st
October 2004 relates to the built environment and places duty upon
service providers to make reasonable adjustments to the physical
features of their premises to overcome physical barriers to access.
It applies to all those who provide services to the public
irrespective of their size.
Regulations define the term “physical features”
to include anything on the premises arising from the building’s
design or construction, or from an approach to, exit from or access
to such a building: Fixtures, fittings, furnishings, equipment or
materials and any other physical element or quality of land on the
premises. All of these are covered whether temporary or permanent.
Those who are commissioning new buildings or
adaptations to existing buildings are well advised to consider the
implications of the DDA in terms of their ability to employ or offer
goods and services to all people on an equal basis.
Automatic Doors
Automatic doors are the ideal solution to access
into and around a building. They provide a means of opening and
closing doors without the need for physical effort.
For many people who lack physical ability or who
are encumbered by, for example shopping or pushchairs, heavy manual
doors can be a barrier to access. Automatic doors can remove that
barrier.
The range of automatic doors available is wide.
In this guide we aim to give you an overview of some of the most
popular.
All DORMA automatic doors have a comprehensive
safety system and are fitted to BS 7036 as standard, by our fully
trained engineers.
Safety sensors ensure that the doors cannot open
or close if there is an obstruction in the way.
All DORMA automatic doors are fitted with signage
to identify that they are automated, in compliance with BS 7036, and
large areas of glass have clear, visible manifestations.
All DORMA automatic door operators are/can be
fitted with a fail safe system that automatically opens or closes
the door in the event of a power failure; this can be linked to the
fire alarm or smoke detector. Doors and side screens can also be
fitted with a break-out facility to enable
them to be pushed out manually to allow emergency escape.
Automatic Sliding Doors
The DORMA ES range of automatic sliding doors are
an excellent access solution and are ideal in areas with heavy
traffic. There are a range of automatic sliding doors available for
use internally and externally, single or bi-parting doors,
telescopic and curved, in a range of finishes.
Automatic Swing Doors
DORMA ED 200 automatic swing door operators are
perfect for new doors or retro fitting to existing doors. Ideal for
internal or external applications, the ED 200 is a powerful unit
providing functional reliability even under heavy usage.
Low Energy Swing Doors
The DORMA ED 800 Low energy swing door operator
is the ideal solution in areas of low traffic or where the normal
manual operation of the door needs to be retained with only
occasional assistance to those who need it. The ED 800 also has the
option of “power assist” which monitors
the initial manual opening speed of the door and can determine
whether the door user needs assistance. The ED 800 does not require
additional safety equipment to operate safely, and thereby offers
inexpensive assisted access to both existing and new doors.
Accessible Toilets
The ED 800 Low energy door operator is especially
suited for use on accessible toilets making the doors very easy to
open. Complete accessible toilet door packages are available, with
either a fully automatic door operator or the low energy door
operator, depending on the application.
Automatic Folding Doors
The FFT complete door system is an automatic
sliding door that folds to give a wider opening width where space is
restricted. Ideal for installation in existing door openings, across
corridors or in limited spaces where it would be difficult to fit
other types of automatic doors. There is no
need for a floor track in internal applications which allows for
unbroken floor finishes.
Revolving Doors
Revolving doors of all sizes can be automated.
However, some disabled people may not have the confidence to use
them. Where revolving doors are installed pass doors, preferably
with a low energy swing door operator, should be provided.
Shop Fronts
DORMA HSW sliding glass wall system is the
perfect solution when considering access into shops as it allows the
barrier to be removed completely. The glass panels can be slid away
at will and stacked at the side, either manually or automatically at
the touch of a button. The panels are ceiling mounted, so there are
no floor channels or guides, no obstacles to trip over and no dirt
traps.
Manual Door Closers
Door closer mechanisms play a major role in
keeping manual door opening forces to a minimum. BS8300:2001,
Amendment No.1 and Approved Document M require a maximum opening
force for manual doors fitted with a closer of “30N from 0º (door
closed position) to 30º open, and not more than 22.5N from 30º to
60º of the opening cycle”.
DORMA have a wide choice of overhead and
concealed door closers which comply with these opening force
requirements on a range of door sizes. Where doors can be held-open,
thus completely removing the barrier, DORMA closers are also
available with both electro-magnetic hold-open and separate magnets.
These enable doors to be held-open during normal everyday use,
however, in the event of a fire, or fault in the power supply, the
door is released and closed securely.
Regulatory Reform Fire Safety Order
The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
states that the “Responsible Person” for the building MUST complete
their own risk assessment for the fire safety of the building and
put in place any measures resulting from the risk assessment.
Failure to do so could result in a fine or imprisonment (or both)
and would invalidate any building insurance.
What do I get with a DORMA FSO maintenance
contract?
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DORMA will visit your premises twice a year
to check & maintain all of the doors on your site(s) including
automatic, manual & industrial doors to ensure they are in good
working order.
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In addition DORMA will check the integrity of
all your fire doors & ensure that all panic devices work
correctly on escape doors & report on any problems which should
form part of your risk assessment.
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Any remedial work will be advised & completed
upon authorisation by yourself.
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DORMA will also advise you on how to complete
the daily & weekly checks for this equipment that should also
form part of your risk assessment.
…but most of all we will give you peace of mind.
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