Code of Massachusetts Regulations
780 CMR - STATE BOARD OF BUILDING REGULATIONS AND STANDARDS
Chapter 10 - Means of Egress
Section 1006 - MEANS OF EGRESS ILLUMINATION
Subsection 1006.2 - Illumination level
Universal Citation: 780 CMR MA Code of Regs 1006.2
Current through Register 1531, September 27, 2024
The means of egress illumination level shall not be less than 1 footcandle (11 lux) at the walking surface.
Exception: For auditoriums, theaters, concert or opera halls and similar assembly occupancies, the illumination at the walking surface is permitted to be reduced during performances to not less than 0.2 footcandle (2.15 lux), provided that the required illumination is automatically restored upon activation of a premises' fire alarm system where such system is provided.
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