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Freedom Works GMSSS14 Stainless with Black Carborundum Hazard / Warning Tactile Indicators

Hazard / Warning Tactile Indicators in 316 marine grade stainless steel with Black Carborundum inner

The following information has been provided by Freedom Works demonstrating how this product complies with the Building Product Information Requirements.

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Product Description

GMSSS14 Ground Surface Indicator – Designed to be very durable with a visible 316 marine grade polished stainless steel and Black Carborundum inner top. Engineered for accessibility to warn and guide the visually impaired to approaching hazards.

Design: Composite Discrete Hazard / Warning Tactile Indicator Stud

Material: 316 Stainless Steel with Carborundum

Carborundum Colour: Black

Product Warranty: 10 Years

Installation Warranty: 1 Year

Luminance Test: Requires a 60% colour contrast

Slip Rating: P5 Rated / Co-Efficient of Friction – #70

Sustainability: Declare Certified

View detailed information about GMSSS14 product
https://www.freedomworks.co.nz/product/gmsss14-stainless-steel-hazard-tactile-black-carborundum-inner/

Compliance Statement

Product Class

Scope of Use

GMSSS14 Guidemaster Tactile Ground Surface Indicator (TGSI) - A Heavy Duty Stainless Steel with Black Carborundum warning / hazard tactile stud, recommended for indoors and outdoors, commercial carparks, footpaths, shopping centres, hospitals, schools – any public spaces requiring accessibility treatment.

Warn the vision impaired of such warnings as:

Life threatening hazards where serious falls may occur, such as at railway platforms, wharves, vehicular driveways and exits from car parks, etc., which intersect access paths
To indicate that a point of importance has been reached, such as the location of a bus sign or tram stop or the location of a change of direction on a pedestrian crossing island or as wayfinding to signify the location of a change of direction while
At the top and bottom of stairways and ramps warning of a change in level.
At pedestrian crossings to indicate the path of travel

New Zealand Building Code (NZBC)

The product will, if employed in accordance with the supplier's installation and maintenance requirements, assist with meeting the following provisions of the building code:

Clause D1 Access routes: Performance D1.3.1, D1.3.1(a), D1.3.1(b), D1.3.1(c), D1.3.2, D1.3.2(a), D1.3.2(b), D1.3.3, D1.3.3(d), D1.3.3(h), D1.3.3(i), D1.3.3(j), D1.3.3(k), D1.3.4, D1.3.4(a), D1.3.4(b), D1.3.4(i)
GMSSS14 Tactile Indicator installation shall conform to Clause D1 Access Routes, aligning with the NZTA RTS14—Land Transport New Zealand—Guidelines for facilities for the blind and vision-impaired, AS/NZS 1428.4.1:2009—Design for access and mobility, Part 4, NZS4121:2001—Design for access and mobility - building and associated facilities, AS/NZS4586:2004 – Slip resistance classification of new pedestrian surface materials, Land Transport’s Pedestrian Planning and Design Guide, and The Royal N.Z. Foundation for the Blind Design Guide Recommendations/Specifications, ensuring compliance with the relevant accessibility and safety standards.

Evidence

The product meets the requirements set out in the following documents, or relevant parts of cited standards within the documents:

Code Compliance:

NZTA RTS14—Land Transport New Zealand— Guidelines for facilities for the blind and vision impaired
AS/NZS 1428.4.1:2009—Design for access and mobility, Part 4
NZS4121:2001—Design for access and mobility - building and associated facilities
AS/NZS4586:2004 – Slip resistance classification of new pedestrian surface materials
Land Transport’s Pedestrian Planning and Design GuideThe Royal N.Z. Foundation for the Blind Design Guide Recommendations/Specifications

Product Criteria

Design requirements

GMSSS14 Guidemaster Ground Surface Indicator – Designed to be very durable with a visible 316 marine grade polished stainless steel and Black Carborundum inner top. Engineered for accessibility to warn and guide the visually impaired to approaching hazards.

Installation requirements

Drill and Adhesive Fix or Drill and Friction Fit in accordance to New Zealand Standards. Complete details will be provided upon request by Freedom Strategies Ltd clients.

Maintenance requirements

To comply with B2 Durability standards for GMSSS14 Stainless Tactile Studs with Black Carborundum, implement these maintenance measures:

Regular Inspections: Perform quarterly inspections for wear, damage, or loosening.
Cleaning: Keep the studs clean with a brush or air to maintain friction and visibility.
Tightening: Regularly secure loose studs to prevent dislodging.
Replacement: Promptly replace worn, damaged, or missing studs following manufacturer guidelines.
Surface Repairs: Fix cracks and uneven surfaces to protect studs.
Coating Protection: Inspect and reapply protective coatings to prevent corrosion.
Accessibility: Ensure year-round access by clearing obstructions.
Documentation: Maintain records of maintenance activities for compliance and liability.
Training: Train maintenance personnel in proper procedures and safety.
Compliance Checks: Regularly review procedures for alignment with current regulations.

Manufacturer

Legal Trading Name:

Freedom Works

Business Email:

sales@freedomworks.co.nz

Company Website:

www.freedomworks.co.nz

Contact Number/s:

09 3201338

Product Identifier

BRAND: GUIDEMASTER | PRODUCT CODE: GMSSS14 | DESIGN: COMPOSITE DISCRETE HAZARD / WARNING TACTILE INDICATOR STUD | MATERIAL: 316 STAINLESS STEEL WITH CARBORUNDUM | LUMINANCE TEST: REQUIRES A 60% COLOUR CONTRAST | SLIP RATING: P5 RATED / CO-EFFICIENT OF FRICTION – #70

Warnings

This product has no warnings associated with it.

Date last validated: 09 April 2024

Date last updated: 09 April 2024


Company:	Freedom Works
Physical Address:	8 Cooper Street Havelock North Hastings
Postal Address:	PO BOX 8740 Havelock North Hastings
Telephone:	09 3201338
Email:
Website:	www.freedomworks.co.nz

Freedom Works

At Freedom Works we believe the public built environment should be safe, accessible and user friendly. We are focused on encouraging accessibility through innovative design and development.

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