The width of the handrail above the recess shall be not less than 1 1/ 4 inches (32 mm) to not greater than 2 3/ 4 inches (70 mm). This required depth shall continue for not less than 3/ 8 inch (10 mm) to a level that is not less than 1 3/ 4 inches (45 mm) below the tallest portion of the profile. The finger recess shall begin within a distance of 3/ 4 inch (19 mm) measured vertically from the tallest portion of the profile and achieve a depth of not less than 5/ 16 inch (8 mm) within 7/ 8 inch (22 mm) below the widest portion of the profile. Handrails with a perimeter greater than 6 1/ 4 inches (160 mm) shall provide a graspable finger recess area on both sides of the profile. Edges shall have a minimum radius of 0.01 inch (0.25 mm). Where the handrail is not circular, it shall have a perimeter dimension of not less than 4 inches (102 mm) and not greater than 6 1/ 4 inches (160 mm) with a maximum cross-sectional dimension of 2 1/ 4inches (57 mm) and minimum cross-sectional dimension of 1 inch (25 mm). Handrails with a circular cross section shall have an outside diameter of not less than 1 1/ 4 inches (32 mm) and not greater than 2 inches (51 mm). 2.Accessible handrails shall meet the requirements of the Florida Building Code, Accessibility.1.In Group R-3 occupancies within dwelling units in Group R-2 occupancies and in Group U occupancies that are accessory to a Group R-3 occupancy or accessory to individual dwelling units in Group R-2 occupancies handrails shall be Type I in accordance with Section 1014.3.1, Type II in accordance with Section 1014.3.2 or shall provide equivalent graspability.Required handrails shall comply with Section 1014.3.1 or shall provide equivalent graspability. Handrails on top of a guard where permitted along stepped aisles and ramped aisles in accordance with Section 1029.15. 2.In Group R-3 occupancies within dwelling units in Group R-2 occupancies and in Group U occupancies that are associated with a Group R-3 occupancy or associated with individual dwelling units in Group R-2 occupancies where handrail fittings or bendings are used to provide continuous transition between flights, transition at windertreads, transition from handrail to guard, or where used at the start of a flight, the handrail height at the fittings or bendings shall be permitted to exceed the maximum height.1.Where handrail fittings or bendings are used to provide continuous transition between flights, the fittings or bendings shall be permitted to exceed the maximum height.Handrail height of alternating tread devices and ships ladders, measured above tread nosings, shall be uniform, not less than 30 inches (762 mm) and not more than 34 inches (864 mm). Handrail height, measured above stair tread nosings, or finish surface of ramp slope, shall be uniform, not less than 34 inches (864 mm) and not more than 38 inches (965 mm). Handrails for stepped aisles and ramped aisles required by Section 1029.15 shall comply with Sections 1014.2 through 1014.8. Handrails required for ramps by Section 1012.8 shall comply with Sections 1014.2 through 1014.8. Handrails required for stairways by Section 1011.11 shall comply with Sections 1014.2 through 1014.9. Handrails serving stairways, ramps, stepped aisles and ramped aisles shall be adequate in strength and attachment in accordance with Section 1607.8. If you are after a custom external rail we can happily assist with your requirements.Ĭall us today on 03 9465 0622 to arrange an order.(Located in Florida Building Code Chapter 10 – Means of Egress) 1014.1 Where required. Home Handrails are made here in Australia with pride and quality. Powder coating to your choice of colour is also an option. ![]()
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