2000
International Residential Code
Guards
Section R316
Discussion items: Do guards that are not required by this code need to meet the code's requirements for height and spacing of closures?
At what angle do closures create a ladder effect? 30 degrees? 45 degrees? 60 degrees? You may want to discuss this question in your organization.
Guards
Section R316
- Porches, balconies or raised floors more than 30 inches above grade or walking surface below shall be provided with a minimum 36-inch-high guard (guardrail).
- Open-sided stairs shall have a minimum 34-inch-high guard when they have a rise exceeding 30 inches above the adjacent floor or grade.
- Openings in guards shall not allow a 4 inch sphere to pass.
- Closures in guards shall not have horizontal rails nor create a ladder effect.
Discussion items: Do guards that are not required by this code need to meet the code's requirements for height and spacing of closures?
At what angle do closures create a ladder effect? 30 degrees? 45 degrees? 60 degrees? You may want to discuss this question in your organization.