Category: IBC
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Safety with Every Step: Stair Tread Depth vs. Stair Riser Height
Rise and Run for Stairs Following building codes specific to stairs is essential in any new construction or remodeling project to ensure safety for everyone. This article outlines stair code requirements to make it easy for builders to meet relevant regulations and safety standards. Building Codes for Stair Tread Depth The depth of a stair…
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Continuing Education – Efficiencies with Prefabricated Stairs, Access Platforms & Ramps
UPSIDE’S Continuing Education Step It Up: Increased Efficiency with Prefabricated Modular Stairs, Access Systems, & Ramps Does your project need to step it up when it comes to stairs and safety? Our CE course discusses prefabricated modular metal stairs, access platforms, and ramps that are as easy to reconfigure as they are to assemble. Participants…
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Means of Egress
The means of egress requirements are part of the International Building Code (IBC) which refer to the ability to exit the building and the path to get outside. Every new building must have means of egress, but the number of means of egress paths and sizes differ from building to building. Means of egress A…