Control strategies for pedestrian hazards

The key elements of a health and safety management system are as relevant to these as to any other hazards  

Working at height is covered in detail in Chapter 8 however, there may be occasions when using a fixed staircase (not covered by the Work at Height Regulations) where people can fall and be seriously injured. 

Staircases are a source of accidents included within this category of falling from a height and the following design and safety features will help to reduce the risk of such accidents  

Great care should be used when people are loading or 

These are best prevented by completely separating pedestrians and vehicles, providing well marked, protected and laid out pedestrian walkways. People, particularly members of the public, should cross roads by designated and clearly marked pedestrian crossings. 

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