Sidewalk levels
External path obstructions in ground
- Openings can include grates or grilles for landscape or drainage.
- Small holes can catch canes and wheels and should be avoided.
- Large unmarked openings such as for tree pits or where construction is not completed will not be allowed in or adjacent to accessible paths.
- Following should not be located in accessible paths:
o Drainage inlets
o Catch basins
o Tree grates - Where these are already located in accessible path, they should be either relocated or a new accessible path found
Level changes beside external paths
- If there is a change in level to the side of an accessible path that is between 200mm and 600mm then edge protection is required to avoid dangerous falls
- Edge protection should be a colour contrasted kerb at minimum of 75mm height
- If the change in level to side of accessible path is greater than 600mm then a guard rail that complies with Saudi Building Code is required.
