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What are the specific requirements of the U.S. National Building Code for critical safety dimensions of rotary stairs?

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What are the specific requirements of the U.S. National Building Code for critical safety dimensions of rotary stairs


The U.S. National Building Code has the following specific requirements for critical safety dimensions for rotating staircases:

Minimum clear width: typically 660 mm (26 inches).

Minimum tread depth: typically 190 mm (7.5 inches) at 305 mm (12 inches) from the narrower edge.

Maximum kick surface height: typically 241 mm (9.5 inches).

Minimum clear height: typically 1982 mm (6 feet 6 inches).

In addition, the 2018 IBC specifies a minimum clear tread depth of 171 mm (6.75 inches) and a minimum clear height of 1981 mm (78 inches) at 305 mm (12 inches) from the narrower edge. According to the IRC, all treads should be identical and have a travel line radius no greater than 622 mm (24.5 inches).

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