Building Code Compliance
Safeway Stair meets OSHA and UBC requirements. Some
areas do not follow any building code in regard to spiral stairs. We recommend that you
contact your local building inspector to find out what code applies to your area and how
that code is interpreted. You can be certain that
our stairs meet your requirements.
All Safeway Stair oak spirals have the following basic features:
- Minimum walking path is 26 inches (for 5 feet diameter or larger)
- Tread width 7.5 inches and 12 inches out from narrow end
- Minimum headroom 6 ft 6 inches
- Rise is less than 9.5 inches
- Handrail height not less than 34 inches
- Baluster spacing less than 4 inches
- Balcony railings 36 inches
- Handrail 1 7/8 x 1 1/16 inches, grasping comfort for children or seniors
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