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IBC Sections 1011, 1014, 1607, and 2407 all address various handrail code requirements and specifications. Here are five critical IBC code requirements you should know along with our comprehensive list of IBC handrail code references.
Handrail height, spacing, and incline are all addressed by the International Residential Code (IRC) and the International Building Code (IBC). Learn about stair railing code and guard code requirements with these general guidelines.
When it comes to residential stair standards, the 2021 International Residential Code (IRC) establishes minimum requirements for stairs to insure a level of safety to the public. Several components are looked at such as stair width, headroom, riser and tread heights.
The top 15 key staircase code requirements; Minimum handrail height code; Stair landing code; Tread depth and nosing codes; And much more
Where handrail fittings or bendings are used to provide continuous transition between flights, transitions at winder treads, the transition from handrail to guard, or used at the start of a flight, the handrail height at the fittings or bendings shall be permitted to exceed 38 inches (965 mm).
Handrails must not be more than 37 inches (94 cm) high nor less than 30 inches (76 cm) from the upper surface of the handrail to the surface of the tread. Temporary handrails must have a minimum clearance of 3 inches (8 cm) between the handrail and walls, stair rail systems and other objects.
General. Handrails provided along walking surfaces complying with 403, required at ramps complying with 405, and required at stairs complying with 504 shall comply with 505. ADA Chapter 5 Section 505.2. Where Required. Handrails shall be provided on both sides of stairs and ramps.
This article series explains and illustrate the requirements for safe, usable hand railings on steps and stairs, both interior and exterior stairways. Handrailings are a critical safety feature on outdoor and indoor stairs, and ramps, as are guardrails along landings, platforms, decks, porches, and similar structures.
So if a handrail is provided on one side, the minimum clear width is 31.5 inches and if a handrail is provided on both sides, the minimum clear width is 27 inches. Note that the following stairways are not required to meet the minimum width requirements: Stairways not within or serving a building, porch or deck.
Handrail and Stair Rail Systems. If a stair has a minimum of four risers, a handrail is required. Handrails must be between 30 and 38 inches as measured from the leading edge of the stair tread. Stair rail system: Top rail may also serve as handrail if height of the system is between 36 and 38 inches.