Can a gas boiler be fitted under the stairs?

Can a gas boiler be fitted under the stairs?

Boiler installation place: put your boiler under the stairs You can put your boiler under the stairs to keep the boiler and any ugly pipes out of sight. We advise that you install your boiler on an outside wall or else it will cost you more than planned to run a longer flue.

Do building regs replace staircase?

Installing a new staircase or relocating an existing staircase requires building regulations approval.

What is a protected stair?

A stair that leads to a final exit to a place of safety and that is adequately enclosed with fire resisting construction. A protected stairway is designed to provide virtually ‘fire sterile’ areas which lead to places of safety outside the building.

What is Part B of the building regulations?

Part B of the building regulations in England covers fire safety matters within and around buildings. The approved documents to Part B are in two volumes. The most recent editions were published in January 2013 and came into effect in April 2013.

Where is the best place to put a gas boiler?

Here are some of the top locations in which homeowners choose to have their boilers installed:

  • Kitchen.
  • Utility room.
  • Loft.
  • Bedroom.
  • Bathroom.
  • Garage.
  • Airing Cupboard.

Can I put a combi boiler in the bathroom?

Can you put a combi boiler in a bathroom? You can put a combi boiler in a bathroom, however, as with any boiler installation, there are certain regulations that must be followed. There must also be sufficient access space around the boiler for maintenance or servicing and for ventilation purposes.

Is it illegal to have stairs without a bannister?

Handrails are mandatory. Stairs should have a handrail on at least one side if they are less than one metre wide, and on both sides if wider than this. Handrails should be placed between 900mm and 1000mm above the highest point on the staircase steps.

Can you have door at top of stairs?

You can put a door at the top of an interior staircase. For safety reasons, if the door swings out over the stairs, you must have a landing at the top of the stairs. If the door swings into the room or hallway at the top of the stairs, a landing is not required.

What is a protected fire route?

Protected route: An escape route which is adequately protected from the rest of the building by a fire-resisting construction. In practice this is usually to a minimum of 30 minutes fire resistance (in some cases it can be much more) and ‘construction’ is usually walls, ceilings, glazing, doors, etc.

When did building regulations come into force?

New legislation, ensuring councils enforced their own standards for all buildings, was introduced in 1936, but it wasn’t until 1952 that a new set of by-laws outlined a range of mandatory measures to be followed by all councils.

Are there any fire safety regulations for staircases?

Fire Safety Regulations for Staircase in Any Building! There is a lot of awareness amongst people regarding different types of disasters and natural calamities and, understanding the intensity of harm they can cause; people are quite apprehensive and anxious about them. Fire is one such disaster.

Can a staircase over 42 degrees pitch ever comply with building regulations?

I therfore wish to replace this (42 degree pitch) staircase with a steeper version (that by rights would not comply with building regulations) to give me more room when I walk in my front door – both for walking around and moving furniture in and out etc.

What are the requirements for a stair rail?

General requirements. The employer must ensure: Handrails, stair rail systems, and guardrail systems are provided in accordance with § 1910.28; Vertical clearance above any stair tread to any overhead obstruction is at least 6 feet, 8 inches (203 cm), as measured from the leading edge of the tread.

What are the OSHA requirements for standard stairs?

Standard stairs. In addition to paragraph (b) of this section, the employer must ensure standard stairs: Have a minimum width of 22 inches (56 cm) between vertical barriers (see Figure D-8 of this section). Exception to paragraphs (c) (2) and (3) of this section.

Can a gas boiler be fitted under the stairs? Boiler installation place: put your boiler under the stairs You can put your boiler under the stairs to keep the boiler and any ugly pipes out of sight. We advise that you install your boiler on an outside wall or else it will cost you more…