ONLINE VERSIONSafe opening and closing of windows etc.K5.3Section 8: Safe opening and closing of windows etc.Location of controls8.1 Regarding the controls to operate windows, skylights and ventilators, one of the following should be provided.a. Controls positioned as shown in Diagram 8.1.b. If controls cannot be positioned as shown in Diagram 8.1 within safe reach of a permanent stable surface, provide a safe manual or electrical means of remote operation. NOTE: Additional guidance is provided in Approved Document M for switches and controls and for window controls in sleeping accommodation. See para 8.1Window 600mm max. to controlControlNot more than 1700mm if obstructed;or 1900mm if unobstructed900mm max.Diagram 8.1 Height of controlsPrevention of falls8.2 Where a person may fall through a window above ground floor level, provide suitable opening limiters, to restrain the window sufficiently to prevent such falls, or guarding (see Section 3).42 t K, 2013 edition t K, 2013 edition t K, 2013 edition Approved Document K, 2013 edition Building Regulations 2010ONLINE VERSIONONLINE VERSIONONLINE VERSION