Accessibility Guide

Accessibility in Passenger Lifts : BS EN 81-70
(Regulated Standards)

Type 1 *

M4(1): Category 1
– Visitable dwellings

Type 2

M4(2): Category 2
–Accessible and
adaptable dwellings

Type 3

M4(2): Category 2
–Accessible and
adaptable dwellings

* Type 1 – Passenger lifts installed and commissioned after 24/05/2021: Shall only be used in existing buildings where building constraints do not permit the installation of a Type 2 car

Please note: Existing buildings: Clear opening doors >=800mm for Type 2 cars

M4 (1 & 2) = Part M of Building Regulations – Access for disabled persons

Landing Controls: BS EN 81-70

Standard Landing Controls

(Compliant with BS EN 81-70)

Remote Landing Controls ***

(Compliant with BS EN 81-70)

** Maximum and minimum dimensions to take into account permanent obstructions/fixings such as handrails

*** Optional extras are provided at additional cost unless otherwise specified

**** Builder to provide a location for the remote landing controls and supply a 20mm conduit with draw cord run between the lift shaft and call button