The scope of this recommended practice can be broken into the following categories:
- a Glossary of terms (para. 3)
- b Description of basic types (para. 4)
- c Basic stair design dimensions (para. 5)
- d Recommended stair design dimensions for aircraft boarding (para. 6)
- 1 Fixed-riser-type stairs
- 2 Variable-riser-type stairs
- e Design safety considerations (para. 7)
- 1 Loading and safety factors
- 2 Other safety considerations
- f Recommended usage of ARP (para. 8)
