Current through Register 1536, December 6, 2024
Ramps shall have landings for turning and resting. At a minimum, landings shall be located at the bottom and the top of each ramp and each ramp run, and whenever a ramp changes direction. The maximum length of a ramp run between landings shall not exceed 30 feet (30' = 9m). Landings shall have the following features: SeeFig. 24c.
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24.4.1 General: Landings shall be level and unobstructed by projections and door swings, except as permitted by 521 CMR 24.4.6.24.4.2 Width: The landing shall be at least as wide as the ramp run leading to it.24.4.3 Length: The landing length shall be a minimum of 60 inches (60" = 1524mm) clear.24.4.5 Dimensions for turning: If ramps change direction at landings, the minimum landing size shall be 60 inches by 60 inches (60" by 60" = 1524mm by 1524mm). SeeFig. 24c.24.4.6 Doorways at Landings: If a doorway is located at a landing, then the level area in front of the doorway shall also comply with maneuvering clearances in Fig. 26d and 26e.