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A retrofit project has very low floor-to-floor heights where we need to install floor control assemblies within the stairwells. Is there a minimum "head height" for the pipe that it needs to be installed above the floor if the pipe isn't against a wall?
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MICHAEL CHARBONNEAU
10/29/2018 09:13:27 am
Maintain minimum exit width and install in the corner between the arc and wall.
JAMES
10/29/2018 09:38:11 am
Under the International Building Code, a minimum of 80 inches (6'-8") above the floor is needed for anything that projects more than 4-inches into a circulation path. This would apply to overhead pipe or accessories.
JAMES
10/29/2018 09:45:11 am
Additionally, for NFPA 101 projects a minimum headroom of 6'-8" is required for projections into the means of egress (NFPA 101-2018 7.1.5.1). Ceilings must be higher. Leave a Reply. |
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