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These entries cover access for disabled people, mostly in commercial and public buildings. The references point to Approved Document M and BS 8300, which set out the guidance on ramps, door forces, contrast and accessible WCs.

Updated 19 October 2026

SiteSnag’s library has 8 entries under accessibility, and 2 of them are marked as safety or critical items. They’re listed below with the most serious first. Each one gives the wording an inspector would put in a report and the trade that would fix it, and each carries a reference to the standard or guidance it relates to. The references help you look up the relevant section and aren’t a statement that a particular home does or doesn’t comply.

All 8 entries

  1. Accessible WC alarm not working

    Safety

    Emergency assistance alarm in accessible WC not working or cord tied up. Repair and release cord.

    Trade
    Electrician
    Reference
    Approved Document M / BS 8300

  2. Ramp too steep / no handrail

    Safety

    Ramp gradient excessive or handrails missing. Rectify.

    Trade
    Groundworks
    Reference
    Approved Document M / BS 8300

  3. Accessible WC layout non-compliant

    Moderate

    Accessible WC fittings not positioned to standard layout. Reposition.

    Trade
    Plumber
    Reference
    Approved Document M / BS 8300

  4. Door opening force too high

    Moderate

    Door requires excessive force to open. Adjust closer.

    Trade
    Carpenter / Joiner
    Reference
    Approved Document M / BS 8300

  5. Level threshold not provided

    Moderate

    Step at principal entrance with no level access. Provide level threshold.

    Trade
    Builder
    Reference
    Approved Document M / BS 8300

  6. Tactile paving missing

    Moderate

    Tactile warning paving missing at crossing or stair. Install.

    Trade
    Groundworks
    Reference
    Approved Document M / BS 8300

  7. Insufficient visual contrast

    Minor

    Doors, handrails or nosings lack visual contrast with surroundings. Improve contrast.

    Trade
    Decorator
    Reference
    Approved Document M / BS 8300

  8. Hearing loop missing / faulty

    Minor

    Induction loop at reception not installed or not working. Install and test.

    Trade
    Electrician
    Reference
    Approved Document M / BS 8300

Using these in a report

In the SiteSnag app, starting to type a defect title in the camera brings up these entries. Picking one fills in the description, severity, trade and reference, and you can edit the wording or add your own defects to the library. Every snag then goes into the branded PDF report with its photos and a numbered pin on the floor plan.

For a room-by-room walk-round, use the new build snagging checklist, or go back to all defect categories.

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