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Mapping stairwell accessibility in Vancouver's downtown core.

Erica Moore1, Brian A Richter, Cindy K Patton

  • 1School of Kinesiology, Simon Fraser University, Burnaby, BC.

Canadian Journal of Public Health = Revue Canadienne De Sante Publique
|April 20, 2006
PubMed
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Few buildings encourage stair use due to environmental factors. Building design and policy must promote physical activity in the workplace for public health.

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Area of Science:

  • Environmental Health
  • Urban Planning
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Rising obesity rates are linked to environmental influences on physical activity.
  • Workplace stairwells offer a potential avenue for increasing physical activity.
  • This study assessed stairwell accessibility in Vancouver's business district.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To characterize stairwell accessibility in commercial buildings.
  • To identify environmental barriers to stair use in the workplace.

Main Methods:

  • Evaluated stairwells in multi-story business buildings.
  • Assessed visibility, signage, door access, lighting, and space.
  • Collected building completion data from Vancouver City Hall.

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Main Results:

  • 123 buildings were assessed; 54% had visible stairwells, 33% had locked doors, 18% had signs.
  • Of accessible stairwells, 54% were well-lit and 36% were spacious.
  • Only 11% of buildings met all accessibility criteria for encouraging stair use.

Conclusions:

  • Few buildings are designed to promote stair use.
  • Building policies should integrate design considerations to foster physical activity.
  • Environmental modifications are crucial for encouraging active behaviors in the workplace.