Doors and gates18

1

Doors and gates shall be suitably constructed (including being fitted with any necessary safety devices).

2

Without prejudice to the generality of paragraph (1), doors and gates shall not comply with that paragraph unless—

a

any sliding door or gate has a device to prevent it coming off its track during use;

b

any upward opening door or gate has a device to prevent it falling back;

c

any powered door or gate has suitable and effective features to prevent it causing injury by trapping any person;

d

where necessary for reasons of health or safety, any powered door or gate can be operated manually unless it opens automatically if the power fails; and

e

any door or gate which is capable of opening by being pushed from either side is of such a construction as to provide, when closed, a clear view of the space close to both sides.