Access platforms, Stairs and Ladders User Guide

Handrail Assembly

confirmation message OK to split Handrail, accepting this will result in the Handrail being
split into two separate Handrail elements.
The user can additionally set a Clearance on Split, this is defined in the Handrail criteria
and the default setting is 100mm.
The system will update the Handrails in line with the criteria for Post spacing and adjust to
suit, where the Handrailing has Handrail Gate elements the positions of these will be
managed and maintained by the system.

7.4.5 Extend Handrail End

Refer to the Extend Start/End.

7.4.6 Split Single Rails(s)

Where splits to individual Rails are required the user can identify elements where they
intersect with the Rail, selecting the Split Single Rail(s) link from the Main Handrail Tasks
form prompts the user to Pick element to split single rails(s) of Handrail:. Once selected
the system presents a user confirmation for OK to split Rail(s)? and the Rail(s) are split
with the Clearance on Split as defined in the criteria.
In the case of splitting individual Rails the owning Handrail element is maintained as the
owner and no modification to the hierarchy are made as is the case with splitting handrails.

7.5 Delete Tasks

7.5.1 Handrail
To delete a Handrail navigate to a Handrail and pick the Delete Handrail link, the system
will highlight the Handrail in red and present a user confirmation form to accept or decline.
Accepting the request will instruct the system to delete the database instance of the
Handrail.

7.5.2 Gate
Picking this link will highlight Handrail Gate elements owned by the Handrail and the system
will prompt the user to graphically identify the Handrail Gates to delete. The system will then
prompt the user to confirm the deletion of the Handrail Gate and then resolves the Handrail
detail.

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