780 CMR, 1010.5

Current through Register 1533, October 25, 2024
Subsection 1010.5 - Minimum dimensions

The minimum dimensions of means of egressramps shall comply with Sections 1010.5.1 through 1010.5.3.

1010.5.1 Width. The minimum width of a means of egress ramp shall not be less than that required for corridors by Section 1018.2. The clear width of a ramp between handrails, if provided, or other permissible projections shall be 36 inches (914 mm) minimum.
1010.5.2Headroom. The minimum headroom in all parts of the means of egressramp shall not be less than 80 inches (2032 mm).
1010.5.3Restrictions.Means of egressramps shall not reduce in width in the direction of egress travel. Projections into the required ramp and landing width are prohibited. Doors opening onto a landing shall not reduce the clear width to less than 42 inches (1067 mm).

780 CMR, 1010.5