Code of Massachusetts Regulations
780 CMR - STATE BOARD OF BUILDING REGULATIONS AND STANDARDS
Chapter 10 - Means of Egress
Section 1010 - RAMPS
Subsection 1010.7 - Ramp construction
Universal Citation: 780 CMR MA Code of Regs 1010.7
Current through Register 1531, September 27, 2024
All ramps shall be built of materials consistent with the types permitted for the type of construction of the building, except that wood handrails shall be permitted for all types of construction. Ramps used as an exit shall conform to the applicable requirements of Sections 1022.1 through 1022.6 for exit enclosures.
1010.7.1 Ramp surface. The surface of ramps shall be of slip-resistant materials that are securely attached.
1010.7.2 Outdoor conditions. Outdoor ramps and outdoor approaches to ramps shall be designed so that water will not accumulate on walking surfaces.
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