SCOPE: 

• To fit handrail to existing internal walls and/or at exterior steps/ramps

PRELIMINARY and GENERAL:

• The Housing Modification Schedules shall be read in conjunction with sketches/drawings and summary sheet provided by the Specialised Housing Assessor and the Agreement for Contractor Services
• The handrail(s) are to be installed in the location shown on the proposed sketch plans and summary sheet. Any variations are to be approved by the Specialised Housing Assessor and Enable New Zealand
• The Contractor shall provide necessary protection to the client and other person/s from holes, unsafe building, falling and other hazards
• Damage resulting from failure to protect adequately will be made good at the Contractor's expense
• The handrail(s) shall be installed by skilled tradespeople using best trade practice and materials.
• The handrail(s) must provide adequate strength and stability for all users
• The handrail shall be securely fixed to support posts or building to ensure it does not flex or move
• Provide all necessary fixings as required for securely fixing the handrail
• Handrail(s) shall be shaped to provide a profile that is easily grasped by the person
• Timber shall be free from shakes, loose knots, and gum streaks. Sub-standard or warped timber shall not be used
• The galvanised pipe is to be hot dipped. All cuts are to be resealed as required to provide protection from the weather and rust
• The handrail(s) must be continuous for the length of a ramp/landings and all junctions formed are to be smooth and secure. The handrails shall extend 300mm beyond entry and exit of stairs/ramp
• The handrail(s) is to be packed off the posts or wall to ensure, under normal use, the person's hand will not contact the post or wall or other obstructions.

COMPLETION

• Clean down all work and leave in a tidy condition ready for use.

NOT INCLUDED

Ministry of Health Funding will not cover the following:

• Additional work requested by the property owner and/or client
• Painting of the handrails
• Repairs and Maintenance.