TY  - JOUR
PY  - 2016//
TI  - The science behind codes and standards for safe walkways: changes in level, stairways, stair handrails and slip resistance
JO  - Applied ergonomics
A1  - Nemire, Kenneth
A1  - Johnson, Daniel A.
A1  - Vidal, Keith
SP  - 309
EP  - 316
VL  - 52
IS  - 
N2  - Walkway codes and standards are often created through consensus by committees based on a number of factors, including historical precedence, common practice, cost, and empirical data. The authors maintain that in the formulation of codes and standards that impact pedestrian safety, the results of pertinent scientific research should be given significant weight. This article examines many elements of common walkway codes and standards related to changes in level, stairways, stair handrails, and slip resistance. It identifies which portions are based on or supported by empirical data; and which could benefit from additional scientific research. This article identifies areas in which additional research, codes, and standards may be beneficial to enhance pedestrian safety.<p />  <p>Language: en</p>
LA  - en
SN  - 0003-6870
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.apergo.2015.07.021
ID  - ref1
ER  -