Code of Massachusetts Regulations
780 CMR - STATE BOARD OF BUILDING REGULATIONS AND STANDARDS
Chapter 115 - Appendices
Appendix H - Signs
Section H105 - DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION
Subsection H105.5 - Working stresses
Universal Citation: 780 CMR MA Code of Regs H105.5
Current through Register 1531, September 27, 2024
In outdoor advertising display signs, the allowable working stresses shall conform to the requirements of Chapter 16. The working stresses of wire rope and its fastenings shall not exceed 25 percent of the ultimate strength of the rope or fasteners.
Exceptions:
1. The allowable working stresses for steel and wood shall be in accordance with the provisions of Chapters 22 and 23.
2. The working strength of chains, cables, guys or steel rods shall not exceed one-fifth of the ultimate strength of such chains, cables, guys or steel.
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