The shared routes a dog must use to enter, leave, and move about the home are navigable safely, with surfaces and circulation that do not place a dog at undue risk.
RDRS-01 · B — Welfare
B3. Safe movement
The shared routes a dog must use to enter, leave, and move about the home are navigable safely.
Standard Requirement
The shared routes a dog must use to enter, leave, and move about the home are navigable safely.
RDRS-01 B3 · Pass/fail. Fail this requirement and the outcome is Not Certified.
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Assessed under RDRS-CAF-01 (forthcoming)
Roch Interpretation
The way in and out has to be safe for a dog to use, not a hazard the resident has to brave daily.
Examples
Compliant
Stairs and lobby have safe, non-slip surfaces a dog can use without risk.
Not compliant
The only route out is an open metal grille staircase a dog cannot safely walk.
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RDRS-01 · Last updated 2026-05-23