Compliance Statement
Scope of Use
GMSSS30 Guidemaster Tactile Ground Surface Indicator (TGSI) - A Heavy Duty Stainless Steel with Yellow 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 traveling
- 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)
GMSSS30 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 Guide
- The Royal N.Z. Foundation for the Blind Design Guide Recommendations/Specifications
Design requirements
GMSSS30 Guidemaster Ground Surface Indicator – Designed to be very durable with a visible 316 marine grade polished stainless steel and Yellow 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 GMSSS30 Stainless Tactile Studs with Yellow 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
Contact Number/s:
09 3201338
Product Identifier
BRAND: GUIDEMASTER | PRODUCT CODE: GMSSS30 | 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.
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Date last validated:
09 April 2024 |
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Date last updated:
09 April 2024 |
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