Code of Massachusetts Regulations
105 CMR - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
Title 105 CMR 150.000 - Standards for Long-Term Care Facilities
Section 150.620 - Stairs and Stairways
Universal Citation: 105 MA Code of Regs 105.150
Current through Register 1531, September 27, 2024
(A) Surfaces of treads and landings shall be constructed and maintained so as to prevent slipping.
(B) Handrails shall be provided on both sides of all indoor and outdoor stairways. Specifications as to height, width and anchorage as listed in 105 CMR 150.600(B) shall apply. They shall have curved returns.
(C) Steps in stairways shall not have abrupt (square) nosing, and risers shall be tapered back approximately 11/2 inches at bottom of each riser. Risers where possible should not exceed seven inches.
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