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Edge Protection

Colour-contrasted handrails on a ramp to a rail station platform in England. If this ramp were to be constructed in Canada, it would require colour-contrasting strips at the slope transition. The platform edge detail would also differ.

The edges of ramps and landings that are not at grade or adjacent to a wall should be protected.

Examples of edge protection are:

A curb at least 75 mm high
A raised barrier with a lower edge less than 75 mm above the ramp or landing surface

To address safety concerns associated with snow and ice, apply texture to the surface of ramps and use heated surfaces.