N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. Tit. 12 §§ 8-2.20

Current through Register Vol. 46, No. 53, December 31, 2024

Section 8-2.20 - Requirements

In factory buildings erected after October 1, 1913; in mercantile establishments in buildings erected after November 1, 1920.

(a) Penthouses hereafter constructed shall be of fireproof material.

In factory buildings erected before or after October 1, 1913; in mercantile establishments in buildings erected before or after November 1, 1920.

(b) Penthouses shall be provided with adequate artificial light; lighting switches shall be within easy reach at the entrance.

(c) A safe and convenient means of access shall be provided to all penthouses. Where entrance is more than four feet above roof, an iron ladder or stairs, the angle of which shall not exceed 60 degrees from the horizontal, shall be provided. The ladder or stairs and balcony shall have a handrail, not less than three feet, six inches in height. Where entrance door opens outwardly, a platform not less than two feet square and not more than eight inches below door sill shall be provided.

(d) Entrance to penthouse shall be kept locked except when used as a required means of exit.

(e) Where a penthouse is used as the sole means of access to the roof or as a required means of exit, the exposed sides of drums, sheaves and cables shall be guarded.

N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. Tit. 12 §§ 8-2.20