Interesting brochures with “translated” standards and guidelines that serve as practical orientation aids.
See how fast it worksThere are a number of very interesting brochures on the subject of stairs and railings. In many of them, the requirements of standards and guidelines are already “translated,” making them excellent orientation aids.
Prof. Rolf Beyer
Wirtschaftsvereinigung Stahl (German Steel Federation)
2012
free of charge
These design aids provide an overview of dimensional regulations in the standards and show construction details. The main section consists of design tables which, due to their generous dimensions, often spark debate with clients.
Wirtschaftsvereinigung Stahl (German Steel Federation)
2006
free of charge
Many examples of interesting interior stairs with photos and construction notes.
Wirtschaftsvereinigung Stahl (German Steel Federation)
2006
free of charge
Many examples of interesting exterior stairs with photos and construction notes.
Informationsstelle Edelstahl Rostfrei (Stainless Steel Information Center)
2015
free of charge
Numerous examples of stairs and railings of different types, plus some construction and maintenance notes, as well as references to further publications.
Federal Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (BAuA)
3rd edition 2013
40 pages
free of charge
ISBN 978-3-88261-709-2
Comprehensive treatment of “stairs in the workplace.”
German Social Accident Insurance (DGUV)
2010
24 pages
free of charge
Information on accident prevention on stairs in the workplace.
Federal Association of Stair and Railing Construction (BVTG)
2015
72 pages
€10, PDF free for members
Extensive information for evaluating stairs and railings in the event of complaints. Very practice-oriented with many illustrated examples.
