2003 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE MODIFIED FOR THE 2004 FLORIDA BUILDING CODE

2003 IBC	
2001 FBC	
NFPA 101 2003	
Proposed code change/staff recommendation	

Chapter 10 Means of Egress	
Chapter 10 Mean of Egress	

1001 Administration	
	
7.1.1 Application	
No change needed	

1001.1 General
Establishes requirements for the design,
construction and location of exits from buildings and spaces within.	
	
7.1.1 Applies to new and existing
buildings.	
No change needed.	
1001.2 Minimum requirements. It shall be unlawful to alter a building or structure in a manner that will reduce the number of
exits or the capacity of the means of egress to less than required by this code.
[F] 1001.3 Maintenance. Means of egress shall be maintained in accordance with the Florida  International Fire Prevention Code.
		No related section
	Revise section 1001.3, IBC as follows:

[F] 1001.3 Maintenance. Means of egress shall be maintained in accordance with the Florida  International Fire Prevention Code.

	
'1001.2 Alterations. A building shall not hereafter be altered to reduce the capacity of the means of egress to less than required by this chapter nor shall any change of occupancy be made in any building unless such building conforms with the requirements of this chapter.

EXCEPTION: Existing stairs shall be permitted to remain in use provided they comply with the requirements of the building code in effect at the time of original construction.

'1001.3 Where approved by the Building Official, existing stairs shall be permitted to be rebuilt in accordance with the dimensional criteria of the building code in effect at the time of original construction provided:

1. Handrails shall comply with '1007.5, and,

2. Guardrails shall comply with '1015, and,

3. The elevation of the floor surfaces on both sides of the door shall comply with '1012.1.3.

No related section

Table 7.2.2.2.1(b) Existing Stairs
Table 7.2.2.2.1(b) Existing StairsTable 7.2.2.2.1(b) Existing StairsTable 7.2.2.2.1(b) Existing StairsMinimum clear widthY
Minimum width reduced from 44 in. to 36 in.
	
Add ss. 1001.2 and 1001.3, FBC as new sections 1001.4, and 1001.5, IBC. 

'1001.4 Alterations. A building shall not hereafter be altered to reduce the capacity of the means of egress to less than required by this chapter nor shall any change of occupancy be made in any building unless such building conforms with the requirements of this chapter.

EXCEPTION: Existing stairs shall be permitted to remain in use provided they comply with the requirements of the building code in effect at the time of original construction.

'1001.5 Where approved by the Building Official, existing stairs shall be permitted to be rebuilt in accordance with the dimensional criteria of the building code in effect at the time of original construction provided:

1. Handrails shall comply with '1009.11 and,

2. Guardrails shall comply with '1012, and,

3. The elevation of the floor surfaces on both sides of the door shall comply with '108.1.4.

Revise s. 1001.2 of the FBC to clarify that minimum width of existing stairs is 36 in. 	

1002 Definitions Defines terminology used throughout this chapter.	
	
7.1.2	
Same/no change needed.	

AAccessible Means of Egress@ Path from any location in a building to an exit or area of refuge. Must be continuous without
obstructions and accessible.	
	
3.3.2

Similar/No change needed.	

AAisle  Accessway@ Path leading to an aisle. 		
	
3.3.8		
Same/No change needed.	

AAlternating Tread Device@ Devise used to change levels. 	
	
No related section
	
No change needed.	

AArea of Refuge@  Location where people unable to use stairs can wait for instruction or rescue.

	
3.3.1
3.3.17
3.3.17.1
Defines areas of refuge and accessible areas of refuge. NFPA 101 implies that there can
be areas of refuge that are not accessible.	
No change needed.  Covered under Chapter 11, Accessibility Code.	

ABleachers@.Tiered seating facilities.		
	
3.3.25  Grandstand where seats have no backseats.	

ACommon Path of Egress@
Travel Common path that must be traveled before occupants have more than one choice of direction for egress.	
	
3.3.34	
 Similar/No change is needed	

ACorridor@  Enclosed exit access that forms the path of travel.	
	
No related section	
No change is needed	

ADoor, Balanced@.A door equipped with double-pivoted hardware designed to swing open.			
	
No related section	
No change is needed	

AEgress Court@  Court or yard through which one or more exits leads to a public way.	
	
No related section	
No change is needed	

AEmergency Escape And Rescue Opening.@ 
An operable window, door or similar device used as means of escape and access for rescue in the event of an emergency.			
	
No related section	
No change is needed	

AExit@  Part of means of egress that is separated from the rest of the building and connects exit access to the exit discharge. Requires fire-resistant rated construction.	
	
3.3.62	
Same/No change is needed	

AExit, Horizontal@. The path of egress from one compartment or building to another. Each must be separated from each other and provide protection from smoke and fire.		
	
3.3.62.1		
Similar/No change is needed.	

AExit Access@  Part of egress system that begins at any occupied point and leads to an exit.	
	
3.3.62	
Similar/No change is needed	

AExit Discharge@  Part of egress system that connects exit with public way.	
	
3.3.64	
 Similar/No change is needed.	

AExit Discharge, Level Of.@ 	The level at which the exit discharge is located. 	

EXIT DISCHARGE, LEVEL OF. The horizontal plane located at the point at which an exit terminates and an exit discharge begins.	
	
3.3.64.1 Lowest level having at least 50% of the number of exits and capacity of exits discharging to the exterior at grade or the story with the least change in elevation to grade provided no other story has 50% of its exits or egress capacity discharging to the exterior at grade.	
Change definition of the IBC to be consistent with 101.	

AExit Enclosure.@	An exit component separated from other interior spaces by a fire rated barrier and used as a protected path of egress travel to the exit discharge or the public way.			
	
No related section	
 No change is needed.	

AExit Passageway.@ An exit component by fire rated barriers and used as a protected path of egress in a horizontal direction to the exit discharge or the public way.			
	
No related section	
No change is needed.	

AFloor Area, Gross@  Floor area inside exterior walls (excluding vent shafts and courts) without deducting any other floor area including columns and thickness of interior walls. If no enclosing walls, usable space under roof.

	
3.3.16.2.1 does not address floor
area without enclosing walls.

3.3.16.2.1* Gross Floor Area. The floor area within the inside 
perimeter of the outside walls of the building under consideration with no deduction for hallways, stairs, closets,
thickness of interior walls, columns, or other features.	
Similar/ No change is needed.	

AFloor Area, Net@  Actual occupied area, excluding circulation space (corridors), toilet rooms, stair shafts, mechanical rooms, and closets.	
	
3.3.16.2.2	
Similar /No change is needed.	

AFolding And Telescopic Seating.@ Tiered seating facilities that can be reduced for moving or storing.		
	
3.3.90
3.3.188.3	
	
Similar /No change is needed.	

AGrandstand.@ Tiered seating facilities.		
	
3.3.95		
Similar /No change is needed.	

AGuard.@ Component or system located at or near the open sides of elevated walking surfaces that minimizes the possibility of a fall from the walking surface to a lower level.		
	
3.3.99		
Similar /No change is needed.	

AHandrail.@ 
A horizontal or sloping rail intended for grasping by the hand for guidance or support.	
	
3.3.102		
Similar /No change is needed.	

AMeans of Egress@ Made up of the exit  access, the exit, and the exit discharge. Provides a continuous path from anywhere in a building to public way.	
	
3.3.136	
 Similar/No change needed.	

ANosing@ The leading edge of a tread or landing.	
	
No related section	
No change needed.	

AOccupant Load@ Number of people the egress system is designed to accommodate.	
	
3.3.131.2  Number of people that may occupy a space.	
Similar/No change needed.	

APanic Hardware@  Door hardware that releases the door when pressure is applied.	
	
3.3.103.2	
Similar/No change needed.	

APublic Way@  Space with a minimum width and height of 10 feet that is open to outside air, leads to a street, and is dedicated for public use.	
	
3.3.175	
 Similar/No change needed.	

ARamp.@ A walking surface that has a running slope steeper than 1 to 20 (5-percent slope).		
	
3.3.176	Requirements in 7.2.5	
No change needed.	

AScissor Stair.@	
Two interlocking egress stairways in one stairwell enclosure.			
	
No related section	
No change needed.	

ASmoke-Protected Assembly Seating@ Seats whose means of egress will not trap or collect smoke.	
	
3.3.188.4

Similar/No change needed.	

AStair.@ A change in elevation, consisting of one or more
 risers.			
	
No related section	
No change needed.	

AStairway.@	One or more flights of stairs, either exterior or interior, with the necessary landings and platforms connecting them, to form a continuous and uninterrupted passage from one level to another.			
	
No related section	
No change needed.	

AStairway, Exterior.@	A stairway that is open on at least one side, except for required structural columns, beams, handrails and guards. The adjoining open areas shall be either yards, courts or public ways. The other sides of the exterior stairway need not be open.			
	
No related section	
No change needed.	

AStairway, Interior.@	A stairway not meeting the definition of an exterior stairway.			
	
No related section	
No change needed.	

AStairway, Spiral.@	A stairway having a closed circular form in its plan view with uniform section-shaped treads attached to and radiating from a minimum-diameter supporting column.			
	
No related section	
No change needed.	

AWinder.@	
A tread with nonparallel edges. No related section	
	
No related section	
No change needed.	

1003 General.  Means of Egress	
	
No related section	
No change needed.	

1003.1  General.  Requirements are applicable to the entire exit system (access, exit, and discharge).	
	
No related section	
No change needed.	

1003.2 Ceiling height. The means of egress shall have a ceiling height of not less than 7 feet (2134 mm).
Exceptions:
1. Sloped ceilings in accordance with Section 1208.2.
2. Ceilings of dwelling units and sleeping units within residential occupancies in accordance with Section 1208.2.
3. Allowable projections in accordance with Section 1003.3.
4. Stair headroom in accordance with Section 1009.2.
5. Door height in accordance with Section 1008.1.1.

1003.3.1 Headroom. Protruding objects are permitted to extend below the minimum ceiling height required by Section 1003.2 provided a minimum headroom of 80 inches (2032 mm) shall be provided for any walking surface, including walks, corridors, aisles and passageways. Not more than 50 percent of the ceiling area of a means of egress shall be reduced in height by protruding objects. 
Exception: Door closers and stops shall not reduce headroom to less than 78 inches (1981 mm).	
'1003.2.5 Headroom. Means of egress shall be designed and maintained to   provide a minimum headroom of 7 ft 6 in. (2.3 m) with projections from   the ceiling at least 6 ft 8 in. (2 m) nominal height above the finished floor.  Doorways in a means of egress shall provide a minimum headroom of 6 ft 8 in. (2 m).  Stairs in a means of egress shall comply with '1007.7.

7.1.5 
Requires seven feet, six inches, but allows projections from ceiling to a height of six feet, eight inches. Requires that 2/3 of the ceiling be seven feet, six inches.  Seven feet allowed for existing buildings. Headroom in industrial equipment access areas must
meet NFPA Chapter 40.

7.1.5.2 The minimum ceiling height shall be maintained for not less than two-thirds of the ceiling area of any room or space, provided that the ceiling height of remaining ceiling area is not less than 2030 mm (80 in.).	
Revise 1003.2. IBC to change ceiling height from A7 feet@ to A7 ft 6 in@ as follows.  This will continue to make the FBC consistent with NFPA 101.

1003.2 Ceiling height. The means of egress shall have a ceiling height of not less than 7 feet (2134 mm). 7 ft 6 in. (2.3 m).
......

 	

1003.3 Protruding objects. Protruding objects shall comply with the requirements of Sections 1003.3.1 through 1003.3.4.	
	
No related section	
No change needed.	

1003.3.2.  AFree-Standing Objects@  Objects mounted on posts or pylons can project up to 12 inches when the leading edge of the projection is more than 27 inches and less than 80 inches above the floor.	
	
No related section	
No change needed.	

1003.3.3 AHorizontal Projections@.  Elements cannot project over a walking surface more than four inches when they are located between 27 and 80 inches above the floor.  Handrails can project up to four and a half inches from the wall.

1003.3.3 Horizontal projections. Structural elements, fixtures or furnishings shall not project horizontally from either side more than 4 inches (102 mm) over any walking surface between the heights of 27 inches (686 mm) and 80 inches (2032 mm) above the walking surface.
Exception: Handrails serving stairs and ramps are permitted to protrude 4.5 inches (114 mm) from the wall.

	
7.2.1.2.2 Allows up to a four inch projection
from the hinge side of doors between 34 and 80 inches above floor.

7.3.2.2  Projections within the means of egress of not more than 114 mm (42 in.) on each side shall be permitted at a height of 965 mm (38 in.) and below

7.2.1.2.3.2 For swinging doors, projections of not more than 100 mm (4 in.) into the doorway width on the hinge side shall not be considered reductions in width, provided that such
projections are for purposes of accommodating panic hardware
or fire exit hardware and are located not less than 865 mm (34 in.) above the floor.
7.2.1.2.3.3 Projections exceeding 2030 mm (80 in.) above the floor shall not be considered reductions in width.	

Change FFPC to be consistent with 1003.3.3.

1003.3.4 AClear Width@  The clear width of an accessible route cannot be reduced by protruding objects.
	
'1003.2.6 Accessibility

'1003.2.6.1 For accessibility provisions related to protruding objects, refer to '11-4.4 as provided at '1203.2.	
No related section	
Replace entire text of 1003.2.6, IBC with text of  1003.2.6, FBC.  	

1003.4 Floor surface. Walking surfaces of the means of egress shall have a slip-resistant surface and be securely attached.	
'1003.2.7.3 Walking surfaces shall be slip resistant under foreseeable conditions.  The walking surface of each element in the means of egress shall be uniformly slip resistant along the natural path of travel.	
7.1.6.4 Required to be uniformly slip resistant
under foreseeable conditions.

7.1.6.4* Slip Resistance. Walking surfaces shall be slip resistant
under foreseeable conditions. The walking surface of each element in the means of egress shall be uniformly slip resistant along the natural path of travel.	
Replace text of 1003.4, IBC wtih text of 1003.2.7.3, FBC.  This change will continue to make the FBC consistent with the NFPA 101.	

1003.5 Elevation change. Where changes in elevation of less than 12 inches (305 mm) exist in the means of egress, sloped surfaces shall be used. Where the slope is greater than one unit vertical in 20 units horizontal (5-percent slope), ramps complying with Section 1010 shall be used. Where the difference in elevation is 6 inches (152 mm) or less, the ramp shall be equipped
with either handrails or floor finish materials that contrast with adjacent floor finish materials.

Exceptions:
1. A single step with a maximum riser height of 7 inches (178 mm) is permitted for buildings with occupancies in Groups F, H, R-2 and R-3 as applicable in Section 101.2, and Groups S and U at exterior doors not required to be accessible by Chapter 11.	
'1003.2.7 Changes in level in means of egress shall be either by a ramp or a stair.  The presence and location of ramped walkways shall be readily apparent.

'1003.2.7.1 where a changes in level means of egress not exceeding 21 in. (53.3 cm) is achieved by a stair, the minimum tread depth of such stair shall be 13 in. and the presence and location of each step shall be readily apparent.

'1003.2.7.2 Where changes in elevation of 12 in. (305 mm) or less occur in exit access corridors, exits and exit discharge, ramps complying with '1013 shall be provided.

Exception to '1003.2.7.1 and '1003.2.7.2: Except in one-and two-family dwellings and within dwelling unit.

.7.1.7.2.  

Changes in level less than 21 inches are to be by ramp or stair.  If a stair is used, the minimum tread depth is 13 inches, with the exception of industrial occupancies per NFPA Chapter
40.
7.1.7.2* Changes in level in means of egress not in excess of 535 mm (21 in.) shall be achieved either by a ramp complying with the requirements of 7.2.5 or by a stair complying with the requirements of 7.2.2.
7.1.7.2.1 Where a ramp is used, the presence and location of ramped portions of walkways shall be readily apparent.
7.1.7.2.2 Where a stair is used, the tread depth of such stair shall be not less than 330 mm (13 in.).
7.1.7.2.3 Tread depth in industrial equipment access areas as provided in 40.2.5.2 shall be permitted.
	
Replace 1003.5,  IBC with text from 1003.2.7, FBC.   This change will continue to make the FBC consistent with NFPA 101.

Joint Fire TAC action:
No change needed based on the fact that this is already covered by the changes made to NFPA 101 under the 2001 FFPC	

2. A stair with a single riser or with two risers and a tread is permitted at locations not required to be accessible by Chapter 11, provided that the risers and treads comply with Section 1009.3, the minimum depth of the tread is 13 inches (330 mm) and at least one handrail complying with Section 1009.11 is provided within 30 inches (762 mm) of the centerline of the normal path of egress travel on the stair.
3. An aisle serving seating that has a difference in elevation less than 12 inches (305 mm) is permitted at locations not required to be accessible by Chapter 11, provided that the risers and treads comply with Section 1024.11 and the aisle is provided with a handrail complying with Section 1024.13. 
Any change in elevation in a corridor serving nonambulatory persons in a Group I-2 occupancy shall be by means of a ramp or sloped walkway.	
'1003.2.7.3 Walking surfaces shall be slip resistant under foreseeable conditions.  The walking surface of each element in the means of egress
shall be uniformly slip resistant along the natural path of travel.

EXCEPTION: One-and two-family dwellings shall comply with the Exceptions at '1012.1.3.  

'1003.2.8 Accessibility. For accessibility provisions related to changes in levels see '11- 
4.3.8.

See above.	

1003.6. A Means of Egress Continuity@.   Prohibits obstructions to egress and requires that the width of egress not be reduced along the path of egress.	
	
7.1.10.1
7.1.10.2.1
7.1.10.2.2
7.10.2.3
More comprehensive.	
Similar / No change needed.	

1003.7 AElevators, Escalators, and
Moving Walks@.  Elevators, escalators, and moving walks are not permitted as means of egress. Elevators may be used as an accessible means of egress per Section 1007.	
	
7.5.4.5
7.2.12.2.4
	
Similar / No change needed.  	

1004 Occupant Load

1004.1 Design occupant load. In determining means of egress requirements, the number of occupants for whom means of egress facilities shall be provided shall be established by the
largest number computed in accordance with Sections 1004.1.1 through 1004.1.3.
	
'1003.1 Occupant load

'1003.1.1 For determining the means of egress required, the minimum number of persons for any floor area shall in no case be taken less than specified in Table 1003.1.

EXCEPTIONS:

1. In a special purpose factory-industrial occupancy, the occupant load shall be the maximum number of persons to occupy the area under any probable conditions.

2. The occupant load for towers shall be the number of persons expected to occupy the space, with spaces not subject to human occupancy because of machinery or equipment excluded from the gross area calculation.	
7.3.1.2, 40.1.7, 11.3.2.3
7.3.1.2* Occupant Load Factor. The occupant load in any building or portion thereof shall be not less than the number of persons determined by dividing the floor area assigned to
that use by the occupant load factor for that use as specified in Table 7.3.1.2, Figure 7.3.1.2(a), and Figure 7.3.1.2(b). Where both gross and net area figures are given for the same occupancy,
calculations shall be made by applying the gross area figure to the gross area of the portion of the building devoted
to the use for which the gross area figure is specified and by applying the net area figure to the net area of the portion of the building devoted to the use for which the net area figure is
specified.
11.3.2.3.1 Means of egress for towers shall be provided for the number of persons expected to occupy the space.
40.1.7* Occupant Load. The occupant load, in number of persons for whom means of egress and other provisions are required, shall be determined on the basis of the occupant load factors of Table 7.3.1.2 that are characteristic of the use of the space or shall be determined as the maximum probable population of the space under consideration, whichever is greater.	
Add 1003.1, FBC, Exceptions 1& 2 as new exceptions to 1004.1, IBC.  

Note: Change will allow the FBC to continue to be consistent with NFPA 101. 	

1004.1.1 Actual Number.  Actual number of occupants based on the space, floor, or building design.	
	
Table
7.3.1.2 Addressed in occupancy
chapters and for specific uses
within NFPA Table 7.3.1.2.	
No change needed.	

Table 1004.1.2 Maximum Floor Area Allowances Per Occupant 

Agricultural building         300 gross

Skating rinks, swimming pools
Rink and pool                    50 gross
Decks                                 15 gross
                                          	
Table 1003.1 Minimum Occupant Load

Swimming pool water surface                                 50 gross
Swimming pool deck                                          30 gross
Exercise rooms with equipment                               50 gross
Exercise rooms without equipment                            15 gross

Day-care                                                     35 net
Mercantile

 Multiple street floors - each (Footnote 4)

Footnote: 
4. For the purpose of determining occupant load in mercantile occupancies where, due to differences in grade of streets on different sides, two or more floors directly accessible from streets exist, each such floor shall be considered a street floor.  The occupant load factor shall be one person for each 40 ft^2 (3.7 m^2) of gross floor area of sales space.	
Table
7.3.1.2 Addressed in occupancy
chapters and for specific uses
within NFPA Table 7.3.1.2.	
Revised 3/2/04
Delete AAgricultural building@ from Table 1004.1.2, IBC.  Agriculture buildings are exempt by statutes from the FBC.  Add to Table 1004.1.2, IBC, the following occupancies from Table 1003.1, FBC.    

Swimming pool deck                                          30 gross
Exercise rooms with equipment                               50 gross
Exercise rooms without equipment                            15 gross

Day-care                                                     35 20 net

Mercantile

 Multiple street floors - each (Footnote 4)

Footnote: 
4. For the purpose of determining occupant load in mercantile occupancies where, due to differences in grade of streets on different sides, two or more floors directly accessible from streets exist, each such floor shall be considered a street floor.  The occupant load factor shall be one person for each 40 ft^2 (3.7 m^2) of gross floor area of sales space.

Note: This change is needed to continue the consistency between the FBC and NFPA 101.	

	
Table 7.3.1.2 Occupant Load Factor
Table 7.3.1.2 Occupant Load FactorTable 7.3.1.2 Occupant Load FactorTable 7.3.1.2 Occupant Load FactorNote 4
4For any food court or other assembly use areas located in the mall that are not included as a portion of the gross leasable area of the mall building, the occupant load is calculated based on the occupant load factor for that use as specified in Table 7.3.1.2. The remaining mall area is not required to be assigned an occupant load.	
Add Note 4 as foot note  to Table 1004.1.2.
Revise per comment.
Joint Fire TAC action:
Approved as submitted 10/0	

1004.1.2  Number by Table 1004.1.2.
Way of identifying occupant load based on square foot per person for various uses.	
	
7.3.1.2	
Similar/No change is needed.	

1004.1.3 ANumber by Combination@.  Requires the occupant load of a space to include occupants that egress through it from accessory spaces.	
	
No related section	
No change needed.	

1004.2. AIncreased Occupant Load@.  Allows the occupant load to exceed the number based on Table 1003.2.2.2, provided the occupant load does not exceed one person per five square feet and code requirements for egress are met.	
	
7.3.1.3.1
7.3.1.3.2
12.1.7.1
13.1.7.1
limits only the maximum density of occupants in assembly occupancies.	
Similar/No change needed.	

1004.3. APosting of Occupant Load@.  Rooms of assembly occupancy are required to post the occupant load.	
	
No related section	
No change needed.	

1004.4.   AExiting from Multiple Levels@.
The capacity of an exit serving multiple levels is only required to be sized based on the occupant load of a single level, as long as the exit capacity does not decrease enroute to the discharge.	
	
7.3.1.4	
Same/ No change is needed.	

1004.5.  AEgress Convergence@.  When means of egress join at an intermediate level, the capacity from that point to the discharge must be at least the sum of the two floors.	
	
7.3.1.5	
Same/ No change is needed.	

1004.6.  AMezzanine Levels@.  Occupants from mezzanines shall be added to the occupant load of the area into which they egress for the purpose of determining egress capacity from the room.	
	
7.3.1.6
	
Same/ No change is needed.	

1004.7.  AFixed Seating@.  With fixed seats, the occupant load is based on the number of seats. Occupant load for bench seats is based on 18 inches per person. Occupant load for booths is based on 24 inches per person.

1004.7 Fixed seating. For areas having fixed seats and aisles, the occupant load shall be determined by the number of fixed seats installed therein. For areas having fixed seating without dividing arms, the occupant load shall not be less than the number of seats based on one person for each 18 inches (457 mm) of seating length. The occupant load of seating booths shall be based on one person for each 24 inches (610 mm) of booth seat length measured at the backrest of the seating booth.	
	
Table
7.3.1.2
does not have a factor for booth seating.	
Revise Table 7.3.1.2, NFPA  to include a factor for booth seating as per s. 1004.7, IBC.	

1004.8.  AOutdoor Areas@.  Outdoor areas used by occupants must be provided with exits based on the requirements of the code.  Occupant load is to be assigned by the building official based on anticipated usage. Exceptions provided for areas used exclusively for service of the building and for R-3 and R-2 dwelling units.	
	
No related section	
No change needed.	

1004.9  Multiple Occupancies.  Egress requirements must be applied to each portion of the building based on the occupancy. The most restrictive requirements are to be applied to portions of the egress system that are used by more than one occupancy.	
	
6.1.14.3.3 	
Similar. No Change is needed.	

Section 1005 Egress Width

1005.1  Egress Width Total width of means of egress must be based on total occupant load multiplied by width factors based on occupancy and type of egress element.  There must be enough egress capacity so that if one means of egress is not usable, the remaining egress capacity is at least 50% of the total. The maximum capacity at any point must be maintained.	
	
7.3.3.1	
Similar. No Change is needed.	

Table
1005.1
Egress Width Per Occupant Served
Provides factors for determining egress width based on type of egress element, occupancy, and sprinkler protection.
.
TABLE 1005.1
EGRESS WIDTH PER OCCUPANT SERVED
OCCUPANCY
WITHOUT SPRINKLER SYSTEM WITH SPRINKLER SYSTEMa
Stairways
(inches per
occupant)
Other egress
components
(inches per
occupant)
Stairways
(inches per
occupant)
Other egress
components
(inches per
occupant)
Occupancies
other than those
listed below
0.3 0.2 0.2 0.15
Hazardous: H-1,
H-2, H-3 and H-4 0.7 0.4 0.3 0.2
Institutional: I-2 NA NA 0.3 0.2

Table
7.3.3.1
Differences between the egress
factors of IBC and NFPA for
specific occupancies, including
non-sprinklered health care and
sprinklered high hazard.

Revise Table 1005.1, IBC for consistency with Table 7.3.3.1, NFPA as follows:

TABLE 1005.1
EGRESS WIDTH PER OCCUPANT SERVED
OCCUPANCY
WITHOUT SPRINKLER SYSTEM WITH SPRINKLER SYSTEMa
Stairways
(inches per
occupant)
Other egress
components
(inches per
occupant)
Stairways
(inches per
occupant)
Other egress
components
(inches per
occupant)
Occupancies
other than those
listed below
0.3        0 .2       0.2 0.3    0.15 0.2
Hazardous: H-1,
H-2, H-3 and H-4       0.7       0.4        0.3   0.7   0.2 0.4
Institutional: I-2       NA       NA        0.3    0.4    0.2

Health care, sprinklered     .3    .2
Health care, nonsprinklered .6   .5

(See attached)	

1005.2.  A Door Encroachment A Doors swinging into a path of travel can not reduce the required egress width by more than 50%. A door may project up to seven inches into the required egress width when fully open.  Also, provides exception for dwelling units and sleeping units.	
	
7.2.1.4.4 exception for existing buildings does not limit the obstruction during the swing of a door.
	
 Similar/ No change needed.	

SECTION 1006
MEANS OF EGRESS ILLUMINATION
1006.1 Illumination required. The means of egress, including the exit discharge, shall be illuminated at all times the building space served by the means of egress is occupied. Exceptions:
1. Occupancies in Group U.
2. Aisle accessways in Group A.
3. Dwelling units and sleeping units in Groups R-1, R-2 and R-3.
4. Sleeping units of Group I occupancies.
1006.2 Illumination level. The means of egress illumination level shall not be less than 1 foot-candle (11 lux) at the floor level.
Exception: For auditoriums, theaters, concert or opera halls and similar assembly occupancies, the illumination at the floor level is permitted to be reduced during performances to not less than 0.2 foot-candle (2.15 lux) provided that the required illumination is automatically restored upon activation of a premise=s fire alarm system where such system is provided.	
SECTION 1016
MEANS OF EGRESS ILLUMINATION AND SIGNS

'1016.1 Means of egress illumination

'1016.1.1 Illumination of means of egress shall be provided in accordance with this section for every building and structure. For the purposes of this requirement, exit access shall include only designated stairs, aisles, corridors, ramps, escalators and passageways leading to an exit. For the purposes of this requirement, exit discharge shall include only designated stairs, aisles, corridors, ramps, escalators, walkways and exit passageways leading to a public way.
EXCEPTIONS:

1. When approved by the building official, illumination of means of egress shall not be required in industrial and storage occupancies that are occupied only during daylight hours, with skylights or windows arranged to provide the required level of illumination on all portions of the means of egress during these hours.

2. Assembly occupancy private party tents of 1200 sq ft or less shall not be required to provide illumination of means of egress.

3. Open structures shall not be required to provide illumination of means of egress.	
7.8.1.1
11.2.2.8
11.3.2.8
11.8.4.1
12.2.8
13.2.8
14.2.8
15.2.8
16.2.8
17.2.8
18.2.8
19.2.8
20.2.8
21.2.8
22.2.8
23.2.8
28.2.8
29.2.8
30.2.8
31.2.8
32.3.2.8
33.3.2.8
36.2.8
37.2.8
38.2.8
39.2.8
40.2.8
42.2.8 References occupancy chapters for when means of egress illumination is required.	
In general the sections are similar.  However, staff recommend replacing entire text of 1006, IBC with the text from 1016, FBC.  Section 1016 is more detailed and consistent with NFPA 101.	
	
4. Towers occupied by not more than three persons shall not be required to provide illumination of means of egress.		See above.	

1006.2	Illumination level.	Illumination of at least one foot-candle at floor level is required. Exceptions made for durations of performances in auditoriums, theaters, etc.		
	
7.8.1.3	Similar	
See above.	

1006.3 Illumination emergency power. The power supply for means of egress illumination shall normally be provided by the premise=s electrical supply. 
In the event of power supply failure, an emergency electrical system shall automatically illuminate the following areas:
1. Exit access corridors, passageways and aisles in rooms and spaces which require two or more means of egress.
2. Exit access corridors and exit stairways located in buildings required to have two or more exits.
3. Exterior egress components at other than the level of exit discharge until exit discharge is accomplished for buildings required to have two or more exits.
4. Interior exit discharge elements, as permitted in Section 1023.1, in buildings required to have two or more exits.
5. The portion of the exterior exit discharge immediately adjacent to exit discharge doorways in buildings required to have two or more exits.
The emergency power system shall provide power for a duration of not less than 90 minutes and shall consist of storage
batteries, unit equipment or an on-site generator. The installation of the emergency power system shall be in accordance with
Section 2702.	
'1016.1.2 Illumination of means of egress shall be continuous during the time that the conditions of occupancy require that the means of egress be
available for use.  Artificial lighting shall be employed at such places and for such periods of time as required to maintain the illumination to the minimum criteria values herein specified.

EXCEPTION: Automatic motion sensor-type lighting switches shall be permitted within the means of egress, provided that switch controllers are equipped for fail-safe operation, illumination timers are set for a minimum 15 min duration and the motion sensor is activated by any occupant movement in the area served by the lighting units.

'1016.1.3 The floors and other walking surfaces within an exit and within the portions of the exit access and exit discharge designated in 1016.1.1 shall be illuminated to values of at least 1 ft-candle (10 lux) measured at the floor.

EXCEPTION: In assembly occupancies, the illumination of the floors of exit access shall be at least 0.2 ft-candle (2 lux) during periods of performances or projections involving directed light.
	
Similar

	7.9.1.1
11.2.2.9
11.3.2.9
11.4.2.9
11.8.4.1
12.2.9
13.2.9
14.2.9
15.2.9
16.2.9
17.2.9
18.2.9
19.2.9
20.2.9.1
21.2.9.1
22.2.9
23.2.9
28.2.9
29.2.9
30.2.9
31.2.9
32.3.2.9
33.3.2.9
36.2.9
37.2.9
38.2.9
39.2.9
40.2.9
42.2.9	Required based on occupancy chapter. Emergency power required for underground and windowless structures, high-rise buildings, at doors equipped with delayed egress locks, and stair shafts and vestibules of smokeproof enclosures.

7.8.1.3*  The floors and other walking surfaces within an exit and within the portions of the exit access and exit discharge designated in 7.8.1.1 shall be illuminated as follows:	
Replace entire text of 1006, IBC with the text from 1016, FBC.  Section 1016 is more detailed and consistent with NFPA 101

Revise s.1016.1.3  to add subitem (1) of 7.8.1.3, NFPA 101.
Schock move, second by Barrios. Apfelbeck not emergency lighting conditions.  11/1	
		(1) 	During conditions of stair use, the minimum illumination for new stairs shall be at least 108 lux (10 ft-candle), measured at the walking surfaces.		

1006.4 Performance of system. Emergency lighting facilities shall be arranged to provide initial illumination that is at least an average of 1 foot-candle (11 lux) and a minimum at any point of 0.1 foot-candle (1 lux) measured along the path of egress at floor level. Illumination levels shall be permitted to decline to 0.6 foot-candle (6 lux) average and a minimum at any
point of 0.06 foot-candle (0.6 lux) at the end of the emergency lighting time duration. A maximum-to-minimum illumination uniformity ratio of 40 to 1 shall not be exceeded.
	
'1016.1.4 Required illumination shall be arranged so that the failure of any single lighting unit will not result in an illumination level in any designated area of less than 0.2 footcandle (2 lux).

'1016.1.5 The equipment or units installed to meet the requirements of '1016.3 shall be permitted also to serve the function of illumination of means of egress, provided that all requirements of '1016.1 for such illumination are met.

'1016.1.6 Sources of Illumination

'1016.1.6.1 Illumination of means of egress shall be from a source of reasonably ensured reliability.

'1016.1.6.2 Battery-operated electric lights and other types of portable lamps or lanterns shall not be used for primary illumination of means of egress. Battery-operated electric lights shall be permitted to be used as an emergency source to the extent permitted under '1016.2.3.4	
7.9.2.1	Similar

7.8.1.3*  The floors and other walking surfaces within an exit and within the portions of the exit access and exit discharge designated in 7.8.1.1 shall be illuminated as follows:
(1) 	During conditions of stair use, the minimum illumination for new stairs shall be at least 108 lux (10 ft-candle), measured at the walking surfaces.	
Replace entire text of 1006, IBC with the text from 1016, FBC.  Section 1016 is more detailed and consistent with NFPA 101.	

'1016.2 Emergency lighting and standby power

'1016.2.1 Emergency lighting facilities for means of egress shall be provided in accordance with this section for the following:

1. Every building or structure where required in Table 1016,

2. Windowless and underground structures,

EXCEPTION: One-and two-family dwellings.

3. High rise structures,

4. At doors equipped with delayed egress locks, and

5. The stair shaft and vestibule of smokeproof enclosures. A standby generator that is installed for the smokeproof enclosure mechanical ventilation equipment shall be permitted to be used for such stair shaft and vestibule power supply.

For the purposes of this requirement, exit access shall include only designated stairs, aisles, corridors, ramps, escalators and passageways leading to an exit.  For the purposes of this requirement, exit discharge shall include only designated stairs, ramps, aisles, walkways and escalators leading to a public way.	
	
Replace entire text of 1006, IBC with the text from 1016, FBC.  Section 1016 is more detailed and consistent with NFPA 101.	

EXCEPTIONS:

1. Towers occupied by three or fewer persons shall be exempt from emergency lighting requirements.

2. Locations in towers not routinely inhabited by humans shall be exempt from emergency lighting requirements.

3. When approved by the building official, illumination of means of egress shall not be required in towers that are occupied only during daylight hours, with windows arranged to provide the required level of illumination on all portions of the means of egress during these hours.

4. Water-surrounded structures in locations not routinely inhabited by humans shall be exempt from emergency lighting requirements.

5. When approved by the building official, illumination of means of egress shall not be required in water-surrounded structures that are occupied only during daylight hours, with windows arranged to provide the required level of illumination on all portions of the means of egress during these hours.	
	
Replace entire text of 1006, IBC with the text from 1016, FBC.  Section 1016 is more detailed and consistent with NFPA 101.	

'1016.2.2 Where maintenance of illumination depends upon changing from one energy source to another, a delay of not more than 10 seconds shall be   permitted.

'1016.2.3 Performance of system

'1016.2.3.1 Emergency illumination shall be provided for a period of one and 11/2 hr in the event of failure of normal lighting. Emergency lighting facilities shall be arranged to provide initial illumination that is at least an average of 1-footcandle (10 lux) and a minimum at any point of 0.1 footcandle (1 lux) measured along the path of egress at floor level. Illumination levels shall be permitted to decline to 0.6 footcandle (6 lux) average and a minimum at any point of 0.06 footcandle (0.6 lux) at the end of the emergency lighting time duration. A maximum-to-minimum illumination uniformity ratio of 40:1 shall not be exceeded.	
	
Replace entire text of 1006, IBC with the text from 1016, FBC.  Section 1016 is more detailed and consistent with NFPA 101.	

'1016.2.3.2 The emergency lighting system shall be arranged to provide the required illumination automatically in the event of any interruption of normal lighting, such as any failure of public utility or other outside electrical power supply; opening of a circuit breaker or fuse or any manual act(s), including accidental opening of a switch controlling normal lighting facilities.	
	
Replace entire text of 1006, IBC with the text from 1016, FBC.  Section 1016 is more detailed and consistent with NFPA 101.	

'1016.2.3.3 Emergency generators providing power to emergency lighting systems shall be installed in accordance with NFPA 110.  Stored electrical energy systems where required in this code shall be installed and tested in accordance with NFPA 111.

'1016.2.3.4 Battery-operated emergency lights shall use only reliable types of rechargeable batteries provided with suitable facilities for maintaining them in properly charged condition. Batteries used in such lights or units shall be approved for their intended use and shall comply with Chapter 27 of the Florida Building Code, Building.

'1016.2.3.5 The emergency lighting system shall be either continuously in operation or shall be capable of repeated automatic operation without manual intervention.	
	
Replace entire text of 1006, IBC with the text from 1016, FBC.  Section 1016 is more detailed and consistent with NFPA 101.	

'1016.2.4 Standby power.  High-rise buildings shall be provided with Class 1, Type 60 standby power in accordance with Chapter 27 of the Florida Building Code, Building and NFPA 110.  The standby power system shall have a capacity and rating sufficient to supply all required equipment.  Selective load pickup and load shedding shall be permitted in   accordance with Chapter 27 of the Florida Building Code, Building.  The standby power system shall be connected to the following:

1. Emergency lighting system

2. At least one elevator serving all floors and transferable to any elevator

3. Mechanical equipment for smokeproof enclosures.

(See '412.7 for additional requirements for standby power in high-rise structures.)	
	
Replace entire text of 1006, IBC with the text from 1016, FBC.  Section 1016 is more detailed and consistent with NFPA 101.	

'1016.3 Exit signs

'1016.3.1 Exits shall be marked by an approved sign readily visible from any direction of exit access. Every exit sign shall be suitably illuminated by a reliable light source. Externally and internally illuminated signs shall be visible in both the normal and emergency lighting.

EXCEPTION: Main exterior exit doors that obviously and clearly are identifiable as exits.

'1016.3.2 Access to exits shall be marked by approved, readily visible signs in all cases where the exit or way to reach the exit is not readily apparent to the occupants. Sign placement shall be such that no point in the exit access corridor is more than 100 ft (30 m) from the nearest externally illuminated sign and is not in excess of the marked rating for internally illuminated signs.	
7.10.1.5.2*  New sign placement shall be such that no point in an exit access corridor is in excess of the rated viewing distance or 30 m (100 ft), whichever is less, from the nearest sign.

Revised for clarity	
Replace entire text of 1006, IBC with the text from 1016, FBC.  Section 1016 is more detailed and consistent with NFPA 101.

Revise s.1016.3.2 to provide for the same clarity.  Barrios moved to accept second by Apfelbeck (UL standard revised, rates signs, list and label) Belcher, correlate with bldg code 
Glenn, standard not updated.
Helps in the field, 
Belcher, replace 1016.3.2 with 7.10.1.5.2. 12/0	

'1016.3.3 Every required sign shall be located and of such size, distinctive color and design as to be readily visible and shall provide contrast with interior finish or other signs.  No equipment that impairs visibility of an exit sign shall be permitted, nor shall there be any brightly illuminated sign or object in or near the line of vision of the required exit sign of such a character as to detract attention from the exit sign.  Floor proximity signs, where required, shall be in accordance with '1016.3.8.2 or '1016.3.8.3.

'1016.3.4 At each door into an exit stair enclosure, tactile signage stating "EXIT" and complying with ICC/ANSI A117.1, American National Standard for Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities, shall be installed adjacent to the latch side of the door 60 in. (152 cm) above the finished floor to the centerline of the sign.	
7.10.1.3 Exit Stair Door Tactile Signage. Tactile signage shall be provided to meet the following criteria, unless otherwise provided in 7.10.1.4:                                
(1) 	Tactile signage shall be located at each exit door requiring an exit sign.
(2) 	Tactile signage shall read as follows: EXIT
(3) 	Tactile signage shall comply with ICC/ANSI A117.1, American National Standard for Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities.

Subitem (1) revised to apply to all exit doors, not just exit stair enclosure doors

Former subitem (4) deleted with respect to mounting height as subject is covered in A117.1	
Replace entire text of 1006, IBC with the text from 1016, FBC.  Section 1016 is more detailed and consistent with NFPA 101.

Revise s.1016.3.4 to apply to all exit doors.
Schneider, ANSI reference should be Chapter 11 FBC (sign heights vary in ANSI 98).  Second  by Gross.  12/0	

'1016.3.5 Externally illuminated signs shall have the word "EXIT" or other appropriate wording in plainly legible letters not less than 6 in. (15.2 cm) high with the principal strokes of letters not less than 3/4 in. (1.9 cm) wide.  The word "EXIT" shall have letters of a width not less than 2 in. (5 cm), except the letter "I," and the minimum spacing between letters shall be not less than 3/8 in. (1 cm).  Signs larger than the minimum established in this paragraph shall have letter widths, strokes, and spacing in proportion to their height.  Externally illuminated signs shall be illuminated by not less than 5 footcandles (54 lx) at the illuminated surface and shall have a contrast ratio of not less than 0.5.

EXCEPTIONS:

1. Marking required by '1016.4.

2. Group R3 and Group R4 Small Facility occupancies.	
	
Replace entire text of 1006, IBC with the text from 1016, FBC.  Section 1016 is more detailed and consistent with NFPA 101.	

'1016.3.6 Internally illuminated signs shall be listed in accordance with UL 924, Standard for Safety Emergency Lighting Power Equipment. The visibility of an internally illuminated sign shall be the equivalent of an externally illuminated sign that complies with '1016.3.5.

EXCEPTIONS:

1. Marking required by '1016.4.

2. Signs in compliance with '1016.3.4 and '1016.3.8.2	
	
Replace entire text of 1006, IBC with the text from 1016, FBC.  Section 1016 is more detailed and consistent with NFPA 101.	

'1016.3.7 Where emergency lighting facilities are required by '1016.2, the exit signs shall be illuminated by the emergency lighting facilities. The level of illumination of the exit sign shall be at the levels provided in accordance with '1016.3.5 for the required emergency lighting time duration as specified in '1016.2.3.1, but shall be permitted to decline to 60 percent of the illumination level at the end of the emergency lighting time duration.

'1016.3.8 Where the direction of travel to reach the nearest exit is not apparent, a directional sign complying with '1016.3.5 or '1016.3.6 reading "EXIT," or a similar designation with a directional indicator showing the direction of travel shall be placed in every location. Directional signs shall be listed.	
	
Replace entire text of 1006, IBC with the text from 1016, FBC.  Section 1016 is more detailed and consistent with NFPA 101.	

'1016.3.8.1 The directional indicator shall be located outside of the EXIT legend, not less than 3/8 in. (1 cm) from any letter.  The directional indicator shall be of a chevron type and shall be identifiable as a directional indicator at a minimum distance of 40 ft 12.2 m).  A directional indicator larger than the minimum established in this section shall be proportionately increased in height, width, and stroke.  The directional indicators shall be located at the end of the sign for the direction indicated.

'1016.3.8.2 Where floor proximity exit signs are required, exit signs shall be placed near the floor level in addition to those signs required for doors or corridors. These signs shall be illuminated in accordance with '1016.3. Externally illuminated signs shall be sized in accordance with '1016.3.5. The bottom of the sign shall be at least 6 in. (15.2 cm) nor more than 8 in. (20.3 cm) above the floor. For exit doors, the sign shall be mounted on the door or adjacent to the door with the nearest edge of the sign within 4 in. (10.2 cm) of the door frame.	
7.10.1.6* Floor Proximity Exit Signs. Where floor proximity exit signs are required in Chapter 11 through Chapter 42, such signs shall be located near the floor level in addition to those signs required for doors or corridors. The signs shall be illuminated in accordance with 7.10.5. Externally illuminated signs shall be sized in accordance with 7.10.6.1. The bottom of the sign shall be not less than 150 mm (6 in.) but not more than 455 mm (18 in.) above the floor. For exit doors, the sign shall be mounted on the door or adjacent to the door, with the nearest edge of the sign within 100 mm (4 in.) of the door frame.

Former maximum 8 in. mounting height changed to 18 in.	
Replace entire text of 1006, IBC with the text from 1016, FBC.  Section 1016 is more detailed and consistent with NFPA 101.

Revise s.1016.3.8.2 to change maximum mounting height to 18 in.
Apfelbeck second by Carl, accept staff recommendation, 12/0	

'1016.3.8.3 Where floor proximity egress path marking is required, a listed and approved floor proximity egress path marking system that is internally illuminated shall be installed within 8 in.  (20.3 cm) of the floor.  The system shall provide a visible delineation of the path of travel along the designated exit access and shall be essentially continuous, except as interrupted by doorways, hallways, corridors or other such architectural features.  The system shall operate continuously or at any time the building fire alarm system is activated.  The activation, duration and continuity of operation of the 
system shall be in accordance with '1016.2.

'1016.3.9 Signs installed as projections from a wall or ceiling within the means of egress shall provide vertical clearance no less than 7 ft (2134 mm) from the walking surface.
	
7.10.1.7* Floor Proximity Egress Path Marking. Where floor proximity egress path marking is required in Chapter 11 through Chapter 42, a listed and approved floor proximity egress path marking system that is internally illuminated shall be installed within 455 mm (18 in.) of the floor. The system shall provide a visible delineation of the path of travel along the designated exit access and shall be essentially continuous, except as interrupted by doorways, hallways, corridors, or other such architectural features. The system shall operate continuously or at any time the building fire alarm system is activated. The activation, duration, and continuity of operation of the system shall be accordance with 7.9.2.

Former maximum 8 in. mounting height changed to 18 in

7.10.1.9 Mounting Location. The bottom of new egress markings shall be located at a vertical distance of not more than 2030 mm (80 in.) above the top edge of the egress opening intended for designation by that marking. Egress markings shall be located at a horizontal distance of not more than the required width of the egress opening, as measured from the edge of the egress opening intended for designation by that marking to the nearest edge of the marking.

New	
Replace entire text of 1006, IBC with the text from 1016, FBC.  Section 1016 is more detailed and consistent with NFPA 101.

Revise 1016.3.8.3 to change mounting height from A8 in.@ to A18  in.@.
Apfelbeck second by Barrios, accept staff recommendation, 12/0

Add language similar to 7.10.1.9 to 1016.3.8.3.
Not floor proximity sign.  Add as new language to 1016.3.8, projected sign conflicts (Barrios)
Barrios, make building code consistent with 101.
Belcher, add to 1016.3.1 and in directional signs 10.16.3.8
(height and adjacent)
second by Barrios, 12/1
Barrios 10.16.3.9 height requirement projections (delete) second by Belcher
[Glenn change to 80 in.]
12/	

TABLE 1016
EMERGENCY LIGHTING REQUIREMENTS

Replace entire text of 1006, IBC with the text from 1016, FBC.  Section 1016 is more detailed and consistent with NFPA 101.	

	
7.10.8.1 Sign Illumination.
7.10.8.1.1  Where required by other provisions of this Code, special signs shall be illuminated.
7.10.8.1.2  Where emergency lighting facilities are required by the applicable provisions of Chapter 12 through Chapter 42, the required illumination of special signs shall additionally be provided under emergency lighting conditions.
7.10.8.2 Characters. Special signs, where required by other provisions of this Code, shall comply with the visual character requirements of ICC/ANSI A117.1 American National Standard for Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities	
Schneider move to delete ANSI and insert chapter 11, 12/0	

Section 1007

Accessible Means of Egress	
'1004.3 Accessible means of egress. Accessible means of egress shall be provided in accordance with '11-4.1.3(8), '11-4.1.3(9), and '11-4.3.10.	
	
Replace entire text of 1007, IBC with text of 1004.3, FBC.	

1008.1 Doors. Means of egress doors shall meet the requirements of this section. Doors serving a means of egress system shall meet the requirements of this section and Section 1017.2. Doors provided for egress purposes in numbers greater than required by this code shall meet the requirements of this section. 

Means of egress doors shall be readily distinguishable from the adjacent construction and finishes such that the doors are easily recognizable as doors. Mirrors or similar reflecting materials shall not be used on means of egress doors. Means of egress doors shall not be concealed by curtains, drapes, decorations or similar materials.

'1012.1.1 Egress doors used as an exit door shall provide a clear opening of not less than the widths shown in Table 1004.  The maximum leaf width of the door shall not exceed 48 inches (1219 mm).  Egress doors used in the exit access shall provide a clear opening of not less than 32 inches (813 mm) wide.  For accessibility provisions related to doors, refer to '11-4.1.3(7), '11-4.3.9, and '11-4.13.
	
7.2.1.1.1	Similar	
Revise 1008.1, IBC as follows:
1008.1 Doors. Means of egress doors shall meet the requirements of this section. Doors serving a means of egress system shall meet the requirements of this section and Section 1017.2. Doors provided for egress purposes in numbers greater than required by this code shall meet the requirements of this section. For accessibility provisions related to doors, refer to '11-4.1.3(7), '11-4.3.9, and '11-4.13. 

Means of egress doors shall be readily distinguishable from the adjacent construction and finishes such that the doors are easily recognizable as doors. Mirrors or similar reflecting materials shall not be used on means of egress doors. Means of egress doors shall not be concealed by curtains, drapes, decorations or similar materials.	

1008.1.1 Size of doors.	Minimum clear width of door openings is 32@, and maximum width of a door leaf is 48@. If two leaves, at least one must provide 32-inch clear width. Minimum door height is 80@. Includes numerous exceptions addressing doors not in the means of egress in R-2 and R-3, resident sleeping rooms in I-3, storage room doors, revolving doors, and dwelling unit doors.		
	
7.2.1.2.4	includes numerous exceptions.	
Similar/ No change  is needed.	

1008.1.1.1	Projections into clear width.	Projections must not exceed four@ into the required clear width when located > 34@ above the floor.	
	
7.2.1.2.3		
Similar/ No change  is needed.	

1008.1.2 Door swing. Egress doors shall be side-hinged swinging.
.....Doors shall swing in the direction of egress travel where serving an occupant load of 50 or more persons or a Group H occupancy.	
'1012.1.2 Egress doors shall be side swinging type.  Doors shall swing in the direction of egress for the following:

1. when serving an occupant load of 50 or more, or,

2. when serving a high hazard occupancy.

3. when used in an exit enclosure.	
7.2.1.4.1
7.2.1.4.2
7.2.1.4.5	Similar; exceptions differ.	
No change needed.	

1008.1.3 Special doors.	Provides criteria for special doors and grilles. 			
	
No related section	
No change needed.	

1008.1.3.1 Revolving doors. Revolving doors must be able to fold tightly and 
must provide egress path 36@ wide. Location
and revolution requirements also addressed.

2. A revolving door shall not be located within 10 feet (3048 mm) of the foot of or top of stairs or escalators. A dispersal area shall be provided between the stairs or escalators and the revolving doors.

	

7.2.1.10.1	Similar; includes an exception that exempts the requirement for swinging door within 10= of the revolving door under specific conditions.

(6) Each revolving door shall have a conforming side-hinged 
swinging door in the same wall as the revolving door and within 3050 mm (120 in.) of the revolving door, unless one of the following conditions applies:
(a) Revolving doors shall be permitted without adjacent swinging doors, as required by 7.2.1.10.1(6), in street floor elevator lobbies, provided that no stairways or doors from other parts of the building discharge through the lobby and the lobby has no occupancy other than as a means of travel between the elevators and street.
(b) The requirement of 7.2.1.10.1(6) shall not apply to existing revolving doors where the number of revolving doors does not exceed the number of swinging doors within 6100mm(240 in.) of the revolving door.	
Revise 1008.1.3.1(2), IBC to add exceptions as per 7.2.1.10.1, FBC. 

2. A revolving door shall not be located within 10 feet (3048 mm) of the foot of or top of stairs or escalators. A dispersal area shall be provided between the stairs or escalators and the revolving doors.

Table 1008.1.3.1 Revolving Door Speeds	Provides power driven & manual speed controls for resolving doors of various internal diameters,		
	
7.2.1.10.1(5) Table 7.2.1.10.1	
Similar/no change is needed.	

1008.1.3.1.1 Egress component. A revolving door used as a component of a means of egress shall comply with Section 1008.1.3.1 and the following three conditions:
1. Revolving doors shall not be given credit for more than 50 percent of the required egress capacity.
2. Each revolving door shall be credited with no more than a 50-person capacity.
3. Each revolving door shall be capable of being collapsed when a force of not more than 130 pounds (578 N) is applied within 3 inches (76 mm) of the outer edge of a wing.	
'1012.3.5 Revolving doors shall be permitted as a component in a means of egress in Group A, R1, R2, R4-Large Facilities, M and B occupancies.  A revolving door to be credited as a component of a means of egress shall  comply with '1012.3.1 through '1012.3.4 and the following conditions:

1. Revolving doors shall not be given credit for more than 50 percent of the required exit capacity.

2. Each revolving door shall be credited with no more than 50 persons capacity.

3. Each revolving door shall be capable of being collapsed when a force of not more than 130 lb (578 N) is applied within 3 inches (76 mm) of the outer edge of a wing.	
7.2.1.10.2 Similar; also allows the specific occupancy chapter to allow use of revolving doors as an egress component.	

Similar/no change is needed.	

1008.1.3.2 Power-operated doors. Where means of egress doors are operated by power, such as doors with a photoelectric-actuated mechanism to open the door upon the approach of a person, or doors with power-assisted manual operation, the design shall be such that in the event of power failure, the door is capable of being opened manually to permit means of egress travel or closed where necessary to safeguard means of egress.
The forces required to open these doors manually shall not exceed those specified in Section 1008.1.2, except that the force to set the door in motion shall not exceed 50
pounds (220 N). The door shall be capable of swinging from any position to the full width of the opening in which such door is installed when a force is applied to the door on the side from which egress is made. Full-power-operated doors shall comply with BHMA A156.10. Power-assisted and low-energy doors shall comply with BHMA A156.19.	
'1012.2 Powered doors

'1012.2.1 General. Where required doors are operated by power upon the approach of a person or doors with power-assisted manual operation, the design shall be such that in the event of power failure, the door opens manually to permit egress travel or closes where necessary to safeguard the means of egress. The forces required to open these doors manually shall not be more than required in '1012.1.2 except that the force required to set the door in motion shall not be more than 50 lbf (222 N). The door shall be designed and installed so that when a force is applied to the door on the side from which egress is made, it shall be capable of swinging from any position to the full use of the required width of the opening in which it is installed. On the egress side of each door, there shall be a readily visible, durable sign that reads:
"IN EMERGENCY PUSH TO OPEN".

The sign shall be in letters not less than 1 in. (2.5 cm) high on a contrasting background.
	
7.2.1.9.1.4	Similar; requires signage instructing occupants to push or slide doors open in an emergency, depending on the style of door.

7.2.1.9.1.3 A readily visible, durable sign in letters not less 
than 25 mm (1 in.) high on a contrasting background that reads as follows shall be located on the egress side of each door:
IN EMERGENCY, PUSH TO OPEN	
Revise 1008.1.3.2, IBC as follows:

1008.1.3.2 Power-operated doors. Where means of egress doors are operated by power, such as doors with a photoelectric-actuated mechanism to open the door upon the approach of a person, or doors with power-assisted manual operation, the design shall be such that in the event of power failure, the door is capable of being opened manually to permit means of egress travel or closed where necessary to safeguard means of egress.
The forces required to open these doors manually shall not exceed those specified in Section 1008.1.2, except that the force to set the door in motion shall not exceed 50
pounds (220 N). The door shall be capable of swinging from any position to the full width of the opening in which such door is installed when a force is applied to the door on the side from which egress is made. Full-power-operated doors shall comply with BHMA A156.10. Power-assisted and low-energy doors shall comply with BHMA A156.19. On the egress side of each door, there shall be a readily visible, durable sign that reads:
"IN EMERGENCY PUSH TO OPEN".

The sign shall be in letters not less than 1 in. (2.5 cm) high on a contrasting background.	

Exceptions:
1. Occupancies in Group I-3.
2. Horizontal sliding doors complying with Section 1008.1.3.3.
3. For a biparting door in the emergency breakout mode, a door leaf located within a multiple-leaf opening shall be exempt from the minimum 32-inch (813 mm) single-leaf requirement of Section 1008.1.1, provided a minimum 32-inch (813 mm) clear opening is provided when the two biparting leaves meeting in the center are broken out.
	
Power-operated doors shall comply with ANSI/BHMA 156.10-99.

EXCEPTIONS:

1. Sliding, power-operated doors in exit access serving an occupant load of fewer than 50 that manually opens in the direction of door travel with forces not more than required in '1012.1.2 shall not be required to have a swing-out feature. The required sign shall state "In Emergency Slide to Open".

2. In the emergency break-out mode, a door leaf located within a two-leaf opening shall be exempt from the minimum 32 in. (81-cm) single-leaf requirement provided the clear width of the single leaf is at least 30 in. (76 cm).

3. For a biparting sliding door in the emergency break-out mode, a door leaf located within a multiple-leaf opening shall be exempt from the minimum 32 in. (81-cm) single-leaf requirement of if a minimum of 32 in. (81 cm) clear opening is provided by all leafs broken out.
4. Horizontal sliding doors complying with 1012.4.
5. As provided in '1024.2.8.3.	
7.2.1.9.1.4 Sliding, power-operated doors in exit access serving an occupant load of fewer than 50 that manually open in the direction of door travel with forces not exceeding those required in 7.2.1.4.5 shall not be required to have the swingout feature required by 7.2.1.9.1.2. The required sign shall be in letters not less than 25 mm (1 in.) high on a contrasting
background and shall read as follows:
IN EMERGENCY, SLIDE TO OPEN
7.2.1.9.1.5* In the emergency breakout mode, a door leaf located within a two-leaf opening shall be exempt from the minimum 810-mm (32-in.) single-leaf requirement of 7.2.1.2.4, provided that the clear width of the single leaf is not less than 760 mm (30 in.).
	
Revise 1008.1.3.2, Exceptions, IBC to add exceptions 1 and 2 from 1012.2.1, exceptions, FBC. Adding these exceptions will continue to make the FBC consistent with 101.	

1008.1.3.3 Horizontal sliding doors. In other than Group H occupancies, horizontal sliding doors permitted to be a component of a means of egress in accordance with Exception 5 to Section 1008.1.2 shall comply with all of the following criteria:
1. The doors shall be power operated and shall be capable of being operated manually in the event of power failure.
2. The doors shall be openable by a simple method from both sides without special knowledge or effort.
3. The force required to operate the door shall not exceed 30 pounds (133 N) to set the door in motion and 15 pounds (67 N) to close the door or open it to the minimum required width.
4. The door shall be openable with a force not to exceed 15 pounds (67 N) when a force of 250 pounds (1100 N) is applied perpendicular to the door adjacent to the operating device.
5. The door assembly shall comply with the applicable fire protection rating and, where rated, shall be self-closing or automatic-closing by smoke detection, shall be installed in accordance with NFPA80 and shall comply with Section 715.	
'1012.4 Horizontal sliding doors. Approved and listed horizontal sliding doors complying with the following conditions may be used in a means of egress when specifically permitted by '1012.1.2, Exception 3.

1. The doors shall be power operated and shall be capable of being operated manually in the event of power failure, and

2. The doors shall be openable by a simple method from both sides without special knowledge or effort, and

3. The force required to operate the door shall not exceed 30 lb (133 N) to set the door in motion and 15 lb (67 N) to close the door or open it to the minimum required width, and

4. The door shall be openable with a force not to exceed 15 lb (67 N)
when a force of 250 lb (1112 N) is applied perpendicular to the door
     adjacent to the operating device, and

7.2.1.14 Similar; less comprehensive.

30.2.2.2.4 Horizontal sliding doors, as permitted by 7.2.1.14, shall not be used across corridors	
Revise 1008.1.3.3, IBC to add criteria 9 of 1012.4, FBC as a new criteria 9 of 1008.1.3.3, IBC.	

6. The door assembly shall have an integrated standby power supply.
7. The door assembly power supply shall be electrically supervised.
8. The door shall open to the minimum required width within 10 seconds after activation of the operating device.	
5. The door assembly shall comply with the applicable fire protection rating and, when rated, shall be self-closing or automatic-closing by smoke detection, shall be installed in accordance with NFPA 80, and shall comply with '705.1.3, and

6. The door assembly shall have an integrated standby power supply, and

7. The door assembly power supply shall be electrically supervised.

8. The force, applied to the operating device in the direction of egress, required to operate the door is not more than 15 lbf (67N).

9. In apartment buildings, hotels and dormitories, horizontal sliding doors shall not be used across corridors.	
	
Revise 1008.1.3.3, IBC to add criteria 9 of 1012.4, FBC as a new criteria 9 of 1008.1.3.3, IBC.	

1008.1.3.4 Access-controlled egress doors. The entrance doors in a means of egress in buildings with an occupancy in Group A, B, E, M, R-1 or R-2 and entrance doors to tenant spaces in occupancies in Groups A, B, E, M, R-1 and R-2 are permitted to be equipped with an approved entrance and egress access control system which
shall be installed in accordance with all of the following criteria:	
'1012.7 Access-Controlled egress doors. The entrance doors in a means of egress in Group B, D, M, R1 and R2 buildings and entrance doors to tenant spaces of Groups B, D, M, R1 and R2 are permitted to be equipped with an approved entrance and egress access control system which meets all of the following:
	
7.2.1.6.2
12.2.2.2.6
13.2.2.2.6
14.2.2.2.3
15.2.2.2.3
16.2.2.2.3
17.2.2.2.3
18.2.2.2.4
19.2.2.2.4
20.2.2.2
21.2.2.2
28.2.2.2.2
29.2.2.2.2
30.2.2.2.2
31.2.2.2.2
32.3.2.2.2
33.3.2.2.2
36.2.2.2.5
37.2.2.2.5
38.2.2.2.5
39.2.2.2.5
40.2.2.2.3
42.2.2.2.3	Similar; occupancy chapters identify whether access controlled egress doors are allowed.	
Revise 1008.1.3.4, IBC as follows:
1008.1.3.4 Access-controlled egress doors. The entrance doors in a means of egress in buildings with an occupancy in Group A, B, D, E, M, R-1 or R-2 and entrance doors to tenant spaces in occupancies in Groups A, B, D, E, M, R-1 and R-2 are permitted to be equipped with an approved entrance and egress access control system which shall be installed in accordance with all of the following criteria:	

1008.1.3.5 Security grilles. In Groups B, F, M and S, horizontal sliding or vertical security grilles are permitted at the main exit and shall be openable from the inside without the use of a key or special knowledge or effort during periods that the space is occupied. The grilles shall remain secured in the full-open position during the period of occupancy by the general public. Where two or more means of egress are required, not more than one-half of the exits or exit access doorways shall be equipped with horizontal sliding or vertical security
grilles.	
'1005.4.5 Security and hurricane protection devices. Bars, grilles,
grates or similar security devices shall be permitted provided the minimum size and operational constraints of such devices are in accordance with '1005.4.2, '1005.4.3, and '1005.4.4.  The temporary installation or closure of storm shutters, panels, and other approved hurricane protection devices shall be permitted on emergency escape and rescue openings in Group R occupancies during the threat of a storm.
Such devices shall not be required to comply with the operational
constraints of '1005.4.2, '1005.4.3 and '1005.4.4.  	
7.2.1.4.1.4
12.2.2.2.2
13.2.2.2.2
36.2.2.2.6
37.2.2.2.6
38.2.2.2.6
39.2.2.2.6	Similar; requires signage at grilles indicating they are to remain open when the building is occupied. Security grilles are only allowed in business and mercantile occupancies.	

	
While such protection is provided, at least one means of escape from the dwelling or dwelling unit shall be provided.  The means of escape shall be within the first floor of the dwelling or dwelling unit and shall not be located within a garage.  Occupants in any part of the dwelling or dwelling unit shall be able to access the means of escape without passing through a lockable door not under their control.	
	Revised 32/04
Add the following text as new section 1008.1.3.6:
Hurricane Protection Devices. The temporary installation or closure of storm shutters, panels, and other approved hurricane protection devices shall be permitted on emergency escape and rescue openings in Group R occupancies during the threat of a storm. Such devices shall not be required to comply with the operational constraints of '1025.4. 
While such protection is provided, at least one means of escape from the dwelling or dwelling unit shall be provided.  The means of escape shall be within the first floor of the dwelling or dwelling unit and shall not be located within a garage.  Occupants in any part of the dwelling or dwelling unit shall be able to access the means of escape without passing through a lockable door not under their control.

Also, recommend revising s. 7.2.1.4.1.4, NFPA 101 to add similar language as per 1005.4.5.	

'1012.2.2 Self-closing doors. Where doors are required to be self-  closing and are operated by power upon the approach of a person or are provided with power-assisted manual operation, they shall be permitted in
the means of egress in accordance with the following:
1. Doors can be opened manually in accordance with '1012.2.1 to allow egress travel in the event of power failure.
2. The doors remain in the closed position unless actuated or opened manually.
3. When actuated, doors remain open for not more than 30 seconds.
4. Doors held open for any period of time close and the power-assist mechanism ceases to function upon operation of approved smoke detectors installed in such a way as to detect smoke on either side of the door opening in accordance with the provisions of NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm Code.
Doors required to be self-latching are either self-latching or become self-latching upon operation of approved smoke detectors in accordance with '1012.2.2(4).
5. Power assisted swinging doors shall comply with ANSI/BHMA A156.19-97.	
7.2.1.9.2 Doors Required to Be Self-Closing. Where doors are 
required to be self-closing and are operated by power upon the approach of a person, or are provided with power-assisted manual operation, they shall be permitted in the means of egress where they meet the following criteria:
(1) The doors can be opened manually in accordance with 7.2.1.9.1 to allow egress travel in the event of power failure.
(2) New doors remain in the closed position unless actuated or opened manually.
(3) When actuated, new doors remain open for not more than 30 seconds.
(4) Doors held open for any period of time close C and the power-assist mechanism ceases to functionCupon operation of approved smoke detectors installed in such a way as to detect smoke on either side of the door opening in accordance with the provisions of NFPA 727, National Fire Alarm Code7.
(5) Doors required to be self-latching are either self-latching or become self-latching upon operation of approved smoke detectors per 7.2.1.9.2(4).
(6) New power-assisted swinging doors comply with BHMA/ ANSI A156.19, American National Standard for Power Assist and Low Energy Power Operated Doors.

Add 1012.2.2, FBC as a new section 1008.1.3.6, IBC. This change will continue to provide uniformity between the FBC and FFPC.	

1008.1.4 Floor elevation. There shall be a floor or landing on each side of a door. Such floor or landing shall be at the same elevation on each side of the door. Landings shall be level except for exterior landings, which are permitted to have a slope not to exceed 0.25 unit vertical in 12 units horizontal (2-percent slope).
Exceptions:
1. Doors serving individual dwelling units in Groups R-2 and R-3 as applicable in Section 101.2 where the following apply:
1.1. A door is permitted to open at the top step of an interior flight of stairs, provided the door does not swing over the top step.
1.2. Screen doors and storm doors are permitted to swing over stairs or landings.
2. Exterior doors as provided for in Section 1003.5, Exception 1, and Section 1017.2, which are not on an accessible route.
3. In Group R-3 occupancies, the landing at an exterior doorway shall not be more than 73/4 inches (197 mm) below the top of the threshold, provided the door, other than an exterior storm or screen door, does not swing over the landing.
4. Variations in elevation due to differences in finish materials, but not more than 0.5 inch (12.7 mm).	
'1012.1.3 The elevation of the floor surfaces on both sides of a door shall not vary by more than 1/2 in. (13 mm).  The elevation shall be maintained on both sides of the doorway for a distance at least equal to the width of the widest leaf.  Thresholds at doorways shall not be more than 1/2 in. (13 mm) in height.  Raised thresholds and floor level
changes more than 1/4 in. (6.4 mm) at doorways shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 1:2.
EXCEPTIONS:

1. In one-and two-family dwellings where the door discharges to the outside or to an exterior balcony or exterior exit access, the floor level outside the door shall be permitted to be one step lower than the inside, but not more than 8 in. lower. 

7.2.1.3 Similar; allows half inch difference in elevation between landing on either side of a door, and makes exceptions for existing buildings.	
Similar.  No change needed.	
5. Exterior decks, patios or balconies that are part of Type B dwelling units and have impervious surfaces, and that are not more than 4 inches (102mm) below the finished floor level of the adjacent interior space of the dwelling unit.				

1008.1.5	Landings at doors.	Landings must be at least as wide as the stairway or door. Doors must not reduce the landing size by more than 50% in any part of the swing. Landing length must be at least 44@. Provides specific exceptions based on occupancy.		
	
7.2.1.3
7.2.1.4.4
7.2.2.3.2	exceptions are made for existing buildings.	
Similar.  No change needed.	

1008.1.6 Thresholds. Thresholds at doorways shall not exceed 0.75 inch (19.1 mm) in height for sliding doors serving dwelling units or 0.5 inch (12.7 mm) for other doors. Raised thresholds and floor level changes greater than 0.25 inch (6.4 mm) at doorways shall be beveled with a slope not greater than one unit vertical in two units horizontal (50-percent slope).
Exception: The threshold height shall be limited to 7 3/4 inches (197 mm) where the occupancy is Group R-2 or R-3 as applicable in Section 101.2, the door is an exterior
door that is not a component of the required means of egress and the doorway is not on an accessible route.	
2. For exterior doors serving dwelling units, thresholds at doorways shall not exceed the height required to pass the water resistance test of ANSI/AAMA/WDMA 101/I.S.2, or TAS 202 for High Velocity Hurricane Zone, or the maximum allowable height difference between interior floor level and exterior floor level shall comply with the     following:

Level Difference (inches)            At Primary Door                    0                        Pervious Construction            (e.g. wood decking with spaces)
 1/2                     Impervious Construction           (e.g. concrete, brick, or flagstone) Level Difference (inches) At Secondary Door
1/2
Pervious Construction 4                      Impervious Construction	
7.2.1.3 Similar; limits the height of a threshold to one-half inch.	
Revise 1008.1.6, IBC to add 1012.1.3, Exception 2, FBC as a new exception.

Also, revise 7.2.1.3, NFPA 101 to add 1012.1.3, Exception 2.  	

1008.1.7	Door arrangement.	Minimum space between doors in a series is 48@ plus the width of the door swing into the space. Doors must swing in the same direction or away from each other. Exceptions made for R-2 and R-3 dwelling units and horizontal sliding power doors.			
	
No related section	
No change needed.	

Mod 566
3. In one-and two-family dwellings, a door at the top of a stair, or that leads to an enclosed garage, shall be permitted to open directly at a stair provided the door does not swing over the stair and the door serves an area with an occupant load of fewer than 50 persons. 	
	
Similar.  No change needed.	

1008.1.8.2 Hardware height. Door handles, pulls, latches, locks and other operating devices shall be installed 34 inches (864 mm) minimum and 48 inches (1219 mm) maximum above the finished floor.  Locks used only for security purposes and not used for normal operation are permitted at any height.	
'1012.1.8 A latch or other fastening device on a door shall be provided with a releasing device having an obvious method of operation under all lighting conditions.  The releasing mechanism for any latch shall be
located at least 34 inches (864 mm) and not more than 48 inches (1219 mm) above the finished floor.  Doors shall be openable with not more than one releasing operation.

EXCEPTION: Egress doors from individual living units and guest rooms of residential occupancies shall be permitted to be provided with devices that require not more than 1 additional releasing operation if such device is operable from the inside without the use of a key or tool and is mounted at a height not more than 48 in. (122 cm) above the finished floor.
	
7.2.1.5.9	Similar; includes exception for egress doors in individual dwelling units. Limits the height of security devices.

7.2.1.5.9* A latch or other fastening device on a door shall be 
provided with a releasing device that has an obvious method of operation and that is readily operated under all lighting conditions.
7.2.1.5.9.1 The releasing mechanism for any latch other than 
existing installations shall be located not less than 865 mm (34 in.), and not more than 1220 mm (48 in.), above the finished floor.
7.2.1.5.9.2 The releasing mechanism shall open the door with not more than one releasing operation, unless otherwise specified in 7.2.1.5.9.3 and 7.2.1.5.9.4.
7.2.1.5.9.3* Egress doors from individual living units and guest rooms of residential occupancies shall be permitted to be provided with devices, including automatic latching devices, that require not more than one additional releasing operation, provided that such device is operable from the inside without the use of a key or tool and is mounted at a height not exceeding 1220 mm (48 in.) above the finished floor.	
Replace entire text of 1008.1.8.2, IBC with text from 1012.1.8, FBC. This change will continue to make the code consistent with FFPC. 	

'1012.1.4 During its swing, any door in a means of egress shall leave unobstructed at least one half of the required width of an aisle, corridor, passageway, or landing, nor project more than 7 in. (17.8 cm) into the required width of an aisle, corridor, passageway or landing, when fully open. Doors shall not open immediately onto a stair without a landing. The landing shall have a width at least equal to the width of the door See '1021.3 for door swing in Group E occupancies.	
7.2.1.4.4* During its swing, any door in a means of egress shall 
leave not less than one-half of the required width of an aisle, a corridor, a passageway, or a landing unobstructed and shall project not more than 180 mm (7 in.) into the required width
of an aisle, a corridor, a passageway, or a landing, when fully open, unless both of the following conditions are met:
(1) The door provides access to a stair in an existing building. 
(2) The door meets the requirement that limits projection to not more than 180mm(7 in.) into the required width of a stair or landing when the door is fully open.	
Add 1012.4, FBC as a new section 1008.1.8.8, IBC. This change will continue to make the FBC and the FFPC consistent.	

'1012.1.11 Every door in a stair enclosure serving more than four stories shall permit re-entry from the stair enclosure to the interior of the building, or an automatic release shall be provided to unlock all stair enclosure doors to permit re-entry.  Such automatic release shall be actuated with the initiation of the building fire alarm, fire detection or fire sprinkler system.

EXCEPTION: Doors on stair enclosures shall be permitted to be equipped with hardware that prevents re-entry into the interior of the building, provided that the following conditions are met:

1. There are at least two levels where it is possible to leave the stair enclosure; and

2. There are not more than four stories intervening between stories where it is possible to leave the stair enclosure; and

3. Re-entry is possible on the top or next to top story permitting access to another exit; and	
7.2.1.5.7.1 Doors on stair enclosures shall be permitted to be
equipped with hardware that prevents re-entry into the interior of the building, provided that the following criteria are met:
(1) There shall be not less than two levels where it is possible to leave the stair enclosure to access another exit.
(2) There shall be not more than four stories intervening between stories where it is possible to leave the stair enclosure to access another exit.
(3) Re-entry shall be possible on the top story or next-to-top story that allows access to another exit.
(4) Doors allowing re-entry shall be identified as such on the stair side of the door.
(5) Doors not allowing re-entry shall be provided with a sign on the stair side indicating the location of the nearest door, in each direction of travel, that allows re-entry or exit.
	
Add 1012.1.11, FBC as a new section 1008.1.8.8, IBC.  This change will continue to make the FBC and FFPC consistent.	
	4. Doors permitting re-entry are identified as such on the stair side of the door; and

5. Doors not permitting re-entry shall be provided with a sign on the stair side indicating the location of the nearest door, in each direction of travel, permitting re-entry or exit.			

1008.1.8.3	Locks and latches.	Egress doors must be operable from inside without a key or special knowledge. Exceptions based on occupancy and arrangement are provided.	and business occupancies.	
	
7.2.1.5.1
7.2.1.5.2
7.2.1.5.6
7.2.15.10
18.2.2.2.2
18.2.2.2.3
18.2.2.2.4
19.2.2.2.2
19.2.2.2.3
19.2.2.2.4
22.2.11.2
23.2.11.2
36.2.2.2.2
37.2.2.2.2
38.2.2.2.2
39.2.2.2.2	exceptions are provided for health care and detention occupancies. Occupancy chapters also allow locking of exterior doors under specific conditions, such as in mercantile	
Similar/no change is needed.	

1008.1.8.4	Bolt locks. Bolt locks are prohibited, except for use on exits from individual dwelling units and inactive leaves of pairs of doors to storage rooms.	
 1008.1.8.4 Bolt locks. Manually operated flush bolts or surface bolts are not permitted.
 Exceptions:
 1.  On doors not required for egress in individual dwelling units or sleeping units.
 2.  Where a pair of doors serves a storage or equipment room, manually operated edge- or surface-mounted bolts are permitted on the inactive leaf.		
'1012.1.7 Required exit doors shall be openable from the inside without the use of a key, tool, special knowledge or effort.  Manually operated flush bolts or surface bolts are prohibited.  All hardware must be direct
acting requiring no more than one operation.  Double cylinder dead bolts, requiring a key for operation on both sides, are prohibited on required means of egress doors unless the locking device is provided with a key
which cannot be removed when the door is locked from the inside.  Only one locking or latching device shall be permitted on a door or on one leaf of a pair of doors.	
7.2.1.5.1
7.2.1.5.4
7.2.1.5.9.3
18.2.2.2.2
18.2.2.2.3
18.2.2.2.4
19.2.2.2.2
19.2.2.2.3
19.2.2.2.4
22.2.11.2
23.2.11.2
36.2.2.2.2
37.2.2.2.2
38.2.2.2.2
39.2.2.2.2	Similar; exceptions are provided for health care and detention occupancies. Occupancy chapters also allow locking of exterior doors under specific conditions, such as in mercantile and business occupancies.	
Recommend revising 1008.1.8.4 as follows:

1008.1.8.4 Bolt locks. Manually operated flush bolts or surface bolts are not permitted.  All hardware must be direct acting requiring no more than one operation. Double cylinder dead bolts, requiring a key for operation on both sides, are prohibited on required means of egress doors unless the locking device is provided with a key
which cannot be removed when the door is locked from the inside. Only one locking or latching device shall be permitted on a door or on one leaf of a pair of doors.
Exceptions:
1. On doors not required for egress in individual dwelling units or sleeping units.
2. Where a pair of doors serves a storage or equipment room, manually operated edge- or surface-mounted bolts are permitted on the
inactive leaf.	

1008.1.8.5	Unlatching. Egress doors must be operable from inside without a key or special knowledge. Exceptions based on occupancy and arrangement.		
	
7.2.1.5.1
7.2.1.5.10
18.2.2.2.2
18.2.2.2.3
18.2.2.2.4
19.2.2.2.2
19.2.2.2.3
19.2.2.2.4
22.2.11.2
23.2.11.2
36.2.2.2.2
37.2.2.2.2
38.2.2.2.2
39.2.2.2.2	Similar; exceptions are provided for health care and detention occupancies. Occupancy chapters also allow locking of exterior doors under specific conditions, such as in mercantile and business occupancies.	
No change is needed	

1008.1.8.6 Delayed egress locks. Approved, listed, delayed egress locks shall be permitted to be installed on doors serving any occupancy except Group A, E and H occupancies in buildings that are equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or an approved automatic smoke or heat detection system installed in accordance with Section 907, provided that the doors unlock in accordance with Items 1 through 6 below. A building occupant shall not be required to pass through more than one door equipped with a delayed egress lock before entering an exit.
1. The doors unlock upon actuation of the automatic sprinkler system or automatic fire detection system.
2. The doors unlock upon loss of power controlling the lock or lock mechanism.
3. The door locks shall have the capability of being unlocked by a signal from the fire command center.	
'1012.6 Special locking arrangements

'1012.6.1 Delayed Egress Locks. Delayed egress locks shall be permitted to be installed on doors serving low and ordinary hazard contents for the occupancies and under the conditions listed in Table 1012.6.1 in buildings provided with an approved supervised automatic fire detection system or an approved automatic sprinkler system and in accordance with the following:

1. The doors unlock upon activation of an approved, supervised automatic sprinkler system, or upon the activation of any heat detector or not more than two smoke detectors of an approved, supervised automatic fire detection system; and,

2. The doors unlock upon loss of power controlling the lock or locking mechanism; and
	
7.2.1.6.1
12.2.2.2.5
13.2.2.2.5
18.2.2.2.4
19.2.2.2.4
28.2.2.2.2
29.2.2.2.2
30.2.2.2.2
31.2.2.2.2
32.2.2.5.6
33.2.2.5.6
36.2.2.2.4
37.2.2.2.4
38.2.2.2.4
39.2.2.2.4
40.2.2.2.2
42.2.2.2.2 Similar; occupancy chapters identify whether delayed egress
doors are allowed and under what conditions.	
Similar.  No change is needed.	
4. The initiation of an irreversible process which will release the latch in not more than 15 seconds when a force of not more than 15 pounds (67 N) is applied for 1 second to the release device. Initiation of the irreversible process shall activate an audible signal in the vicinity of the door. Once the door lock has been released by the application of force
to the releasing device, relocking shall be by manual means only.
Exception: Where approved, a delay of not more than 30 seconds is permitted.
	3. An irreversible process releases the lock within 15 sec upon application to the release device required in '1012.1.8 of a force that shall not be required to exceed 15 lbf (67 N) nor required to be continuously applied for more than 3 sec.  The initiation of the release process shall activate a signal in the vicinity of the door to ensure those attempting to egress that the system is functional.
Once the door lock has been released by the application of force to the releasing device, relocking shall be by manual means only; and		Similar, no change needed.	

5. A sign shall be provided on the door located above and within 12 inches (305 mm) of the release device reading: PUSH UNTIL ALARM SOUNDS.
DOOR CAN BE OPENED IN 15 [30]SECONDS.
6. Emergency lighting shall be provided at the door.	
EXCEPTION: Where approved by the building official, a delay of not more than 30 seconds shall be permitted provided that   reasonable life safety is ensured.
4. On the door adjacent to the release device, there is a readily  visible, durable sign in letters at least 1 in. (2.5 cm) high and at least 1/8 in. (0.3 cm) in stroke width on a contrasting background
that reads:
"PUSH UNTIL ALARM SOUNDS.
 DOOR CAN BE OPENED IN 15 SECONDS".

TABLE 1012.6.1
DELAYED EGRESS LOCKS BY OCCUPANCY	
	
Similar.  No change is needed.	

1008.1.8.7	Stairway doors. Requires stairway doors to be operable from both sides without prior knowledge or effort. Exceptions allow stairway egress doors to be operable from the discharge side only. Doors of stairways that serve not more than four floors can be operable from the egress side only.		
	
7.2.1.5.7	Similar; requires re-entry from stair enclosures that serve more than four stories.	
Similar.  No change is needed.	

1008.1.9	Panic and fire exit hardware.	Panic and fire exit hardware is required in Group A and E occupancies with an occupant load of 100 or more and for all egress doors in H-1, H-2, H-3, and H-5 occupancies. Maximum opening force permitted is 15 pounds.		
	
7.2.1.7
12.2.2.2.3
13.2.2.2.3
14.2.2.2.2
15.2.2.2.2
16.2.2.2.2
17.2.2.2.2	Similar; NFPA occupancy chapters identify when panic hardware is required.	
Similar.  No change is needed.	

1008.2	Gates. Gates used as part of the egress system must comply with requirements for doors. Gates in fences surrounding a stadium are allowed to exceed the 48 inch maximum leaf width.			
	
No related section	
Similar.  No change is needed.	

1008.2.1	Stadiums. Gates of stadiums are not required to have panic hardware provided they are supervised while occupants are present and adequate safe dispersal areas are provided between the fence and the stadium.			
	
No related section	
 No change is needed.	

1008.3	Turnstiles.  Turnstiles must not obstruct egress. If they operate in the direction of egress, they may egress up to 50 people if the specific provisions of this section are met.	
	
7.2.1.11.1	Similar; exception allows their use in occupancies that allow the use of revolving doors for egress.	
Similar.  No change is needed.	

1008.3.1	High turnstile. If more than 39@ high, must meet the requirements for revolving doors.		
	
7.2.1.11.2	Same	
Similar.  No change is needed.	

1008.3.2	Additional door. If turnstiles serve more than 300 people, side hinged exit doors are required to be provided.			
	
No related section	
No change is needed.	

1009	Stairways And Handrails		
	
7.2.2	Stairs	

1009.1 Stairway width.	Requires a minimum stairway width of 44@. Exceptions are provided for stairways serving an occupant load of 50 or less (36@), spiral stairways, aisle stairs, and R-3 and R-2 stairs with lifts.		
	
7.2.2.2.1
Table
7.2.2.2.1(a)
Table
7.2.2..2.1(b)	
Similar; provides requirements for new and existing stairs.	
No change is needed.	

1009.2	Headroom.  Headroom of 80@ required from edge of nosing for the full width of the stairway and 	
	
7.2.2.2.1
Table
7.2.2.2.1(a)
Table
7.2.2.2.1(b)
7.2.2.2.3.1
7.2.2.2.3.2
7.2.2.2.3.3
7.2.2.2.3.4	Similar	
No change is needed.	

1009.3 Stair treads and risers. Stair riser heights shall be 7 inches (178 mm) maximum and 4 inches (102 mm) minimum.
Stair tread depths shall be 11 inches (279 mm) minimum. The riser height shall be measured vertically between the leading edges of adjacent treads. The greatest riser height within any flight of stairs shall not exceed the smallest by more than 0.375 inch (9.5 mm). The tread depth shall be measured horizontally between the vertical planes of the foremost projection of adjacent
treads and at right angle to the tread=s leading edge. The greatest tread depth within any flight of stairs shall not exceed the smallest by more than 0.375 inch (9.5 mm).Winder treads shall have a minimum tread depth of 11 inches (279 mm) measured at a right angle to the tread=s leading edge at a point 12 inches (305 mm) 	
'1007.3 Treads and risers

'1007.3.1 Risers shall be a maximum height of 7 in. (17.8 cm) and a minimum height of 4 in. (10.2 cm). Treads shall be a minimum of 11 in.
EXCEPTIONS:

1. In one-and two-family dwellings and within dwelling units, treads and risers of stairs shall be permitted to be so proportioned that the sum of two risers and a tread, exclusive of projection of nosing, is not less than 24 inches (610 mm) nor more than 25 inches (635 mm). The height of risers shall not exceed 7-3/4 inches (197 mm), and treads, exclusive of nosing, shall be not less than 9 inches (229 mm) wide. Every tread less than 10 inches (254 mm) wide shall have a nosing, or effective projection, of approximately 1 inch (25.4 mm) over the level immediately below that tread.  

7.2.2.2.1
Table
7.2.2.2.1(a)
Table
7.2.2.2.1(b)	Same for new stairs only. Existing stairs are allowed up to 8@ risers, and treads as small as 9@. Continued use of existing stairs is based on occupancy.	
Add 1007.3.1, Exception 3, FBC to 1009.3, Exceptions, IBC and revise 1009.3 as noted.  No additional changes are needed since Florida specific requirements are covered by the IBC. 	

from the side where the treads are narrower and a minimum tread depth of 10 inches (254 mm). The greatest winder tread depth at the 12-inch (305 mm)walk line within any flight of stairs shall not exceed the smallest by more than 0.375 inch (9.5 mm).
Exceptions:
1. Circular stairways in accordance with Section 1009.7.
2. Winders in accordance with Section 1009.8.
3. Spiral stairways in accordance with Section 1009.9.
4. Aisle stairs in assembly seating areas where the stair pitch or slope is set, for sightline reasons, by the slope of the adjacent seating area in accordance with Section 1024.11.2. edge (nosings) of treads shall project not more than 1.25 inches (32 mm) beyond the tread below and all projections of the leading edges shall be of uniform size, including the leading edge of the floor at the top of a flight.	
2. Special stairs in '1007.8.

3. Industrial equipment access stairs and landings that serve as a component of the means of egress from the involved equipment and do not serve more than 20 people shall be permitted to have a minimum clear width of 22 in. (55.9 cm), minimum tread depth of 10 in. (25.4 cm), maximum riser height of 9 in. (22.9 cm), minimum headroom of 6 ft 8 in. (203 cm), and a maximum height between landings of 12 ft.

4. As permitted at '1019.10.5 and '1019.11.7.

40.2.5.2.1 and Table 40.2.5.2.1.

40.2.5.2 Industrial Equipment Acess.
40.2.5.2.1 Industrial equipment access walkways, platforms, ramps, and stairs that serve as a component of the means of egress from the involved equipment shall be permitted in accordance with the applicable provisions of Chapter 7 as modified
by Table 40.2.5.2.1.
40.2.5.2.2 Any means of egress component permitted by 40.2.5.2.1 shall serve not more than 20 people.	
Add 1007.3.1, Exception 3, FBC to 1009.3, Exceptions, IBC and revise 1009.3 as noted.  No additional changes are needed since Florida specific requirements are covered by the IBC. 	

5. In occupancies in Group R-3, as applicable in Section 101.2, within dwelling units in occupancies in Group R-2, as applicable in Section 101.2, and in occupancies
in Group U, which are accessory to an occupancy in Group R-3, as applicable in Section 101.2, the maximum riser height shall be 7.75 inches (197 mm) and
the minimum tread depth shall be 10 inches (254 mm), the minimum winder tread depth at the walk line shall be 10 inches (254 mm), and the minimum winder tread depth shall be 6 inches (152 mm).A nosing not less than 0.75 inch (19.1 mm) but not more than 1.25 inches (32 mm) shall be provided on stairways with solid risers where the tread depth is less than 11 inches (279 mm).
6. See the International Existing Building Code Chapter 34 for the replacement of existing stairways.	
'1007.3.2 Riser height shall be measured as the vertical distance
between tread nosings.  Tread depth shall be measured horizontally between the vertical planes of the foremost projection of adjacent treads and at a right angle to the tread's leading edge, but shall not include beveled or rounded tread surfaces that slope more than 20 degrees (a slope of 2 in 2.75).  At tread nosings, such beveling or rounding shall not be more than 1/2 in. (1.3 cm) in horizontal dimension.

	
See above.	

1009.3.1	Dimensional uniformity. Treads and risers are required to be uniform in size and shape (maximum difference in dimension from largest to smallest tread or riser is 0.375@). Exceptions apply to riser dimensions of aisle stairs and winders meeting Section 1024.11.2. Also addresses treatment of top and bottom risers adjoining sloping surfaces at grade that form landings. Limitation is placed on the slope, and marking stripes are required.		
	
7.2.2.3.6	Similar; limits the variation between adjacent treads and risers to 3/16@. Does not require a marking stripe where risers meet a sloping public way.	
No change needed.	

1009.3.2	Profile.  Leading edges must not project more than 1.25@ and must be uniform on entire stairway. Provides criteria for the shape of the leading edge of treads, angle of risers, and openness of risers (solid if required to be an accessible means of egress or limited to maximum four-inch openings).	

1009.3.2 Profile. The radius of curvature at the leading edge of the tread shall be not greater than 0.5 inch (12.7 mm).  Beveling of nosings shall not exceed 0.5 inch (12.7 mm). Risers shall be solid and vertical or sloped from the underside of the leading edge of the tread above at an angle not more than 30 degrees (0.52 rad) from the vertical. The leading edge (nosings) of treads shall project not more than 1.25 inches (32 mm) beyond the tread below and all projections of the leading edges shall be of uniform size, including the
leading edge of the floor at the top of a flight.	
	
7.2.2.3.3	Similar; allows tread nosing to project up to 1.5@ over the tread below.

7.2.2.3.3.3 If not vertical, risers on other than existing stairs shall be permitted to slope under the tread at an angle not to exceed 30 degrees from vertical, provided that the projection of the nosing does not exceed 38 mm (11.2 in.).	
Revise NFPA 101 to change tread nosing projection allowance to A1.25 in@. [1/21/04]	

'1007.3.4 Tread slope shall not be more than 1/4 in. per ft (2 cm per m).	
7.2.2.3.4* Tread Slope. Tread slope shall not exceed 21 mm/m (1.4 in./ft) (a slope of 1 in 48).	
Add 1007.3.4, FBC as new section 1009.3.3, IBC.	

1009.4 Stairway landings. There shall be a floor or landing at the top and bottom of each stairway. The width of landings shall not be less than the width of stairways they serve. Every landing shall have a minimum dimension measured in the direction of travel equal to the width of the stairway. Such dimension need not exceed 48 inches (1219 mm) where the stairway has a straight run.
Exceptions:
1. Aisle stairs complying with Section 1024.
2. Doors opening onto a landing shall not reduce the landing to less than one-half the required width. When fully open, the door shall not project more than 7 inches (178 mm) into a landing.
	
'1007.4 Landings

'1007.4.1 A flight of stairs shall not have a vertical rise of more than 12 ft (3658 mm) between floors or landings.

'1007.4.2 Stairs shall have floors or landings at door openings. Stairs and intermediate landings shall continue with no decrease in width along the direction of egress travel. The width of landings shall be not less than the width of stairways they serve. Every landing shall have a minimum dimension measured in the direction of travel equal to the width of the stairway.
EXCEPTIONS:

1. Landings shall be permitted to be not more than 4 ft (122 cm) in the direction of travel provided the stair has a straight run.

2. In one-and two-family dwellings, a door at the top of a stair shall be permitted to open directly at a stair provided the door does not swing over the stair and the door serves an area with an occupant load of fewer than 50 persons.  	
Similar. 7.2.2.3.2	
Similar.  No change needed.	

1009.5	Stairway construction.	Material must be consistent with the type of construction. Wood handrails are permitted in any type of construction.

	. 	
	
7.2.2.3.1.1
7.2.2.3.1.2	Required to be of permanent fixed construction. Stairs in Types I and II must be of noncombustible construction	
Similar/no change needed.	

1009.5.1	Stairway walking surface.	Requires flat and solid surfaces (slope not exceeding 1:48) for treads and landings. Group F, H, and S may have openings in treads and landings if smaller than 1.125@.	
	
	7.2.2.3.3
7.2.2.3.4	Similar	
No change needed.	

1009.5.2	
Outdoor conditions. Outdoor stairways and approaches must not collect water and must be protected from the accumulation of snow and ice.		
	
7.2.2.6.5	Similar	
No change needed.	

1009.6 Vertical rise.	Maximum vertical rise is 12= between landings. 		
	
7.2.2.2.1
Table 7.2.2.2.1(a)
Table
7.2.2.2.1(b)	Same	
No change needed.	

1009.7	Circular stairways.	Circular stair design must comply with Section 1009.3. Sets requirements for tread depths.	
	
7.2.2.2.2	Similar; referred to as curved stairs.	
No change needed.	

1009.8	Winders.	Only allowed in means of egress stairways within a dwelling unit. Sets requirements for tread depth.		
	
7.2.2.2.4
24.2.5.5
26.2.2.4
30.2.2.3.4
31.2.2.3.4
32.2.2.6.2
33.2.2.6.2
37.2.2.3.3
39.2.2.3.3
40.2.2.3.3
42.2.2.3.3
42.8.2.2.3.2	
Similar;  NFPA occupancy chapters identify whether winders are acceptable for use in a particular occupancy.	
No change needed.	

1009.9 Spiral stairways. Spiral stairways are permitted to be used as a component in the means of egress only within dwelling units or from a space not more than 250 square feet (23m2) in area and serving not more than five occupants, or from galleries, catwalks and gridirons in accordance with Section 1014.6.
A spiral stairway shall have a 7.5-inch (191 mm) minimum clear tread depth at a point 12 inches (305 mm) from the narrow edge. The risers shall be sufficient to provide a headroom of 78 inches (1981 mm) minimum, but riser height shall not be more than 9.5 inches (241 mm). The minimum stairway width shall be 26 inches (660 mm).	
'1007.8.2 Spiral Stairways.  Where permitted by this section or in specific occupancies in accordance with '1018, spiral stairs complying with this section shall be permitted as a component in a means of egress.
'1007.8.2.1 Spiral stairs complying with the following shall be
permitted:

1. Riser heights shall not exceed 7 in. (17.8 cm).

2. The stairway shall have a tread depth of not less than 11 in. (27.9 cm) for a portion of the stairway width sufficient to provide the egress capacity for the occupant load served in accordance with '1003.1.

3. At the outer side of the stairway, an additional 10-1/2 in. (26.7 cm) of width shall be provided clear to the other handrail, and this width shall not be included as part of the required egress capacity.

4. Handrails complying with '1007.5 shall be provided on both sides of the spiral stairway.
	
7.2.2.2.3.1
7.2.2.2.3.2
7.2.2.2.3.3
7.2.2.2.3.4
12.2.2.3.2.2
12.2.4.8
13.2.2.3.2.2
13.2.4.8
22.2.2.3.2
23.2.2.3.2
24.2.5.5
30.2.2.3.3
31.2.2.3.3
36.2.2.3.2
37.2.2.3.2
38.2.2.3.2
39.2.2.3.2
40.2.2.3.2
42.2.2.3.2	Design criteria is much more detailed and restrictive. Occupancy chapters identify whether spiral stairs are acceptable for use in a particular occupancy.

7.2.2.2.3.2 Spiral stairs shall be permitted, provided that the
following criteria are met:
(1) Riser heights shall not exceed 180 mm (7 in.).
(2) The stairway shall have a tread depth of not less than 280 mm (11 in.) for a portion of the stairway width sufficient to provide egress capacity for the occupant load served in accordance with 7.3.3.1.
(3) At the outer side of the stairway, an additional 265 mm (101.2 in.) of width shall be provided clear to the other 
handrail, and this width shall not be included as part of the required egress capacity.
(4) Handrails complying with 7.2.2.4 shall be provided on both sides of the spiral stairway.	
1007.8.2, FBC provides for more construction details than 1009.9, IBC with regard to Spiral stairways.  Recommend replacing entire text of 1009.9 with text from 1007.8.2, FBC. 	

5. The inner handrail shall be located within 24 in. (61 cm), measured horizontally, of the point where a tread depth not less than 11 in. (27.9 cm) is provided.

6. The turn of the stairway shall be such that descending users have the outer handrail at their right side.

'1007.8.2.2 Where the occupant load served does not exceed three and from mezzanines not exceeding 250 sq ft. (23 m^2) and an occupant load of three or less, spiral stairs meeting the following conditions shall be permitted.

1. The clear width of the stairs shall be not less than 26 in. (66 cm).

2. The height of the risers shall not exceed 9-1/2 in. (24.1 cm).
3. Headroom shall be not less than 6 ft 6 in. (198 cm).

4. Treads shall have a depth not less than 7-1/2 in. (19.1 cm) at a point 12 in. (30.5 cm) from the narrower edge.

5. All treads shall be identical.

6. Handrails complying with '1007.5 shall be provided on both sides of the spiral stairway.	
(5) The inner handrail shall be located within 610 mm (24 in.), measured horizontally, of the point where a tread
depth of not less than 280 mm (11 in.) is provided.
(6) The turn of the stairway shall be such that the outer handrail is at the right side of descending users.
	
See above.	

'1007.8.2.3 Within dwellings and dwelling units, guest rooms and guest suites where the occupant load served does not exceed five, spiral stairs meeting the following conditions shall be permitted:

1. The minimum stairway width shall be 26 inches (660 mm).

2. The height of risers shall not be more than 9-1/2 inches (241 mm).

3. The headroom shall be a minimum of 6 ft 6 in. (1981 mm).

4. Treads shall have a depth not less than 7-1/2 in. (190 mm) at a point 12 inches (305 mm) from the narrow edge.

5. All treads shall be identical.

6. Handrails shall be provided on one side.	
7.2.2.2.3.3 Where the occupant load served does not exceed
three, spiral stairs shall be permitted, provided that the following
criteria are met:
(1) The clear width of the stairs shall be not less than 660 mm (26 in.).
(2) The height of risers shall not exceed 240 mm (91.2 in.).
(3) The headroom shall be not less than 1980 mm (78 in.).
(4) Treads shall have a depth not less than 190 mm (71.2 in.) at a point 305 mm (12 in.) from the narrower edge.
(5) All treads shall be identical.
(6) Handrails shall be provided on both sides of the stairway	
See above.

Revise s. 1007.8.2.3 to be consistent with s.7.2.2.2.3.4.  FFPC needs to be changed to apply exception to within dwelling units, guest rooms, guest suites. Add handrail to one side.

Joint Fire TAC action:
Revise FFPC 7.2.2.2.3.4 to add item 6 from 107.8.2.3 of FBC. Also, change occupant load to A5".	

'1016.4 Stair identification. An approved sign shall be located at each floor level landing in all enclosed stairways of buildings four or more stories in height. The sign shall indicate the floor level and the availability of roof access from that stairway and an identification of the stairway. The sign shall also state the floor level of and direction to exit discharge. The sign shall be located approximately 5 ft (1524 mm) above the floor landing in a position which is readily visible when the door is in the open or closed position.
	
7.2.2.5.4.1  Stairs serving five or more stories shall be provided with special signage within the enclosure at each floor landing. The signage shall indicate the floor level, the terminus of the top and bottom of the stair enclosure, and the identification of the stair enclosure. The signage also shall state the floor level of, and the direction to, exit discharge. The signage shall be located inside the enclosure approximately 1525 mm (60 in.) above the floor landing in a position that is visible when the door is in the open or closed position. The signage shall comply with 7.10.8.1 and 7.10.8.2. The floor level designation shall also be tactile in accordance with ICC/ANSI A117.1 American National Standard for Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities.

New last sentence added to require tactile signage
	
Add s. 1016.4, FBC as a new section 1009.5.3, IBC and revise as indicated below.

Add to the end of s. 1016.4 AThe floor level designation shall also be tactile in accordance with Chapter 11 ICC/ANSI A117.1 American National Standard for Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities.@
Revise per staff comment.
Joint Fire TAC action:
Approved as submitted 10/0
[Revised 1/21/04]	

1009.10 Alternating tread devices. Alternating tread devices are limited to an element of a means of egress in buildings of Groups F, H and S from a mezzanine not more than 250 square feet (23 m2) in area and which serves not more than five occupants; in buildings of Group I-3 from a guard tower, observation station or control room not more than 250 square feet (23 m2) in area and for access to unoccupied roofs.	
'1007.8.5 Alternating tread stairways meeting the requirements of '1007.8.4 shall be permitted to be used as a component in a means of egress from a mezzanine of not more than 250 sq ft (23 m^2) in area serving not more than 3 occupants in F, H, I, within dwelling units of R2 and R3 and S occupancies.	
7.2.11.1
7.2.8.3.4
12.2.2.11
12.2.4.8
13.2.2.11
13.2.4.8
14.2.2.9
15.2.2.9
16.2.2.9
17.2.2.9
18.2.2.9
19.2.2.9
22.2.2.10
23.2.2.10
24.2.5.6
28.2.2.11
29.2.2.11
30.2.2.11
31.2.2.11
32.3.2.2.9
33.3.2.2.9
36.2.2.11
37.2.2.11
38.2.2.11
39.2.2.11
40.2.2.12
42.2.2.11	Similar; use limited to access to unoccupied roofs, second means of egress from storage elevators per NFPA Chapter 42, means of egress from towers and machinery platforms when serving a maximum of three occupants, and as a second means of egress from boiler rooms or similar spaces when the maximum occupant load is three people.	
Revise 1009.10, IBC, to change section as follows:
1009.10 Alternating tread devices. Alternating tread devices are limited to an element of a means of egress in buildings of Groups F, H and S from a mezzanine not more than 250 square feet (23 m2) in area and which serves not more than five three occupants; in buildings of Group I-3 from a guard tower, observation station or control room not more than 250 square feet (23 m2) in area and for access to unoccupied roofs.	

1009.10.1	Handrails of alternating tread devices.	Handrails are required on both sides. 		
	
7.2.11.2		
Same/no change is needed.	

1009.10.2	Treads of alternating tread devices.	Establishes minimum tread depths, widths, and projection. Sets riser height maximum of 9.5@.		
	
7.2.11.2	Similar; design criteria is more detailed.	
Same/no change is needed.	

1009.11 Handrails. Stairways shall have handrails on each side. Handrails shall be adequate in strength and attachment in accordance with Section 1607.7. Handrails for ramps, where required by Section 1010.8, shall comply with this section.
Exceptions:
1. Aisle stairs complying with Section 1024 provided with a center handrail need not have additional handrails.
2. Stairways within dwelling units, spiral stairways and aisle stairs serving seating only on one side are permitted to have a handrail on one side only.
3. Decks, patios and walkways that have a single change in elevation where the landing depth on each side of the change of elevation is greater than what is required for a landing do not require handrails.	
'1007.5.2 Stairways shall have handrails on each side.

EXCEPTIONS:

1. Aisle stairs provided with a center handrail need not have additional handrails.

2. Stairs within dwelling units and aisle stairs serving seating on only one side may have a handrail on one side only.

3. Spiral stairs shall be provided with handrails in accordance with '1007.8.2.
	
7.2.2.4.1
7.2.2.4.1.5
7.2.2.4.1.6	
Similar	
Similar.  No change needed. 	
4. In Group R-3 occupancies, a change in elevation consisting of a single riser at an entrance or egress door does not require handrails.
5. Changes in room elevations of only one riser within dwelling units and sleeping units in Group R-2 and R-3 occupancies do not require handrails.				

1009.11.1 Height. Handrail height, measured above stair tread nosings, or finish surface of ramp slope, shall be uniform, not less than 34 inches (864 mm) and not more than 38 inches (965 mm). the required width shall not be limited above the minimum headroom height required in Section 1009.2.	
'1007.5 Handrails

'1007.5.1 Stairways shall be equipped with handrails located not less than 34 inches (864 mm) nor more than 38 inches (965 mm) above the leading edge of a tread.

EXCEPTIONS:

1. Handrails for stairs not required to be accessible that form part of a guardrail may be 42 inches (1067 mm) high.

2. As required for Group I Unrestrained in '1024.1.4.

3. In one-and two-family dwellings and within dwelling units in R2 occupancies, stairways having four or more risers above a floor or finished ground level shall be equipped with handrails located not less than 34 inches (864 mm) nor more than 38 inches (965 mm) above the leading edge of a tread.	
7.2.2.4.4.1	Same	
Add 1007.5.1, Exceptions 1 & 3, FBC as new exceptions to 1009.11.1, IBC. 	

1009.11.2 Intermediate handrails. Intermediate handrails are required so that all portions of the stairway width required for egress capacity are within 30 inches (762 mm) of a handrail. On monumental stairs, handrails shall be located along the most direct path of egress travel.

'1007.5.7 Handrails shall be provided within 30 inches (762 mm) of all portions of the stair width required for egress capacity in accordance with Table 1004.  The required egress width shall be along the natural path of travel.

7.2.2.4.1.2
7.2.2.4.1.3
	Same
7.2.2.4.1.2  In addition to the handrails required at the sides of stairs by 7.2.2.4.1.1, the following provisions shall apply:                                
(1) 	For new stairs exceeding 1905 mm (75 in.) in width, handrails shall be provided within 760 mm (30 in.) of all portions of the required egress width.
	Subitem (1) revised so center handrails on new stairs required only if stair exceeds 75 in. width (formerly required at approximately 67 in. width)

7.2.2.4.1.3  Where new intermediate handrails are provided in accordance with 7.2.2.4.1.2, the minimum clear width between handrails shall be 510 mm (20 in.).	

Revise 1009.11.2  for consistency with NFPA 101.  Revise per staff comment.
Joint Fire TAC action:
Approved as submitted 10/0

Not addressed by the FBC.  Add 7.2.2.4.1.3  as a new subsection of s.1009.11.2  Revise per staff comment.
Joint Fire TAC action:
Approved as submitted 10/0	

'1007.5.9 For provisions related to handrails on stairs which are required to be accessible, refer to '11-4.9.1, '11-4.9.4, and '11-4.26.	
	
Add 1007.5.9, FBC as new section 1009.11.8, IBC. 	

1009.11.3 Handrail graspability. Handrails with a circular cross section shall have an outside diameter of at least 1.25 inches (32 mm) and not greater than 2 inches (51 mm) or shall provide equivalent graspability. If the handrail is not circular, it shall have a perimeter dimension of at least 4 inches (102 mm) and not greater than 6.25 inches (160 mm) with a maximum cross-section dimension of 2.25 inches (57 mm). Edges shall have a minimum radius of 0.01 inch (0.25 mm).
1009.11.4 Continuity. Handrail-gripping surfaces shall be continuous, without interruption by newel posts or other obstructions.
Exceptions:
1. Handrails within dwelling units are permitted to be interrupted by a newel post at a stair landing.	
'1007.5.4 Gripping surfaces shall be continuous, without interruption by newel posts or other obstructions.

EXCEPTIONS:

1. Handrails within dwelling units shall be permitted to be interrupted by a newel post at a turn.

2. In dwelling units, the use of a volute, turnout or starting easing shall be allowed over the lowest tread.

3. Handrail brackets or balusters attached to the bottom surface of the handrail shall not be considered to be obstructions to graspability, provided that the following conditions are met:	
7.2.2.4.4.6	Same

7.2.2.4.4.8  Handrail brackets or balusters attached to the bottom surface of the handrail shall not be considered to be obstructions to graspability, provided that the following criteria are met:                                
(1) 	They do not project horizontally beyond the sides of the handrail within 38 mm (12 in.) of the bottom of the handrail and provided that, for each additional 13 mm (2 in.) of handrail perimeter dimension greater than 100 mm (4 in.), the vertical clearance dimension of 38 mm (1 2 in.) is reduced by 3.2 mm ( in.).
(2) 	They have edges with a radius of not less than 0.25 mm (0.01 in.).

	

Revise 1007.5.4, 1009.11.4,  Exception 3, to require minimum 0.01in. radius instead of 1/8 in.  As per 7.2.2.4.4.8, Subitem (2). 
Joint Fire TAC action:
Approved as submitted 10/0
[Check with Jack.]	
2. Within a dwelling unit, the use of a volute, turnout or starting easing is allowed on the lowest tread.
3. Handrail brackets or balusters attached to the bottom surface of the handrail that do not project horizontally beyond the sides of the handrail within 1.5 inches (38 mm) of the bottom of the handrail shall not be considered to be obstructions and provided further that for each 0.5 inch (13 mm) of additional handrail perimeter dimension above 4 inches (102 mm), the vertical clearance dimension of 1.5 inches (38 mm) shall be permitted to be reduced by permitted to be reduced by 0.125 inch (3 mm).
1108.2.2 through 1108.2.4.1, ramped aisles within assembly rooms or spaces shall conform with the provisions in Section 1024.11.
2. Curb ramps shall comply with ICC A117.1.	(1) They do not project horizontally beyond the sides of the handrail within 1-1/2 in. (3.75 cm) of the bottom of the handrail and provided that, for each 1/2 in. (1.3 cm) of additional handrail perimeter dimension above 4 in. (10 cm), the vertical clearance dimension of 1-1/2 in. (3.15 cm) can be reduced by 1/8 in. (0.3 cm). 
(2) They have edges with a radius of not less than 1/8 in. (0.3 cm).
(3) They obstruct not in excess of 20 percent of the handrail length.	Subitem (2) revised to require minimum 0.01 in. radius. Formerly required a 1/8 in. radius.	See above.	
3. Vehicle ramps in parking garages for pedestrian exit
access shall not be required to comply with Sections
1010.3 through 1010.9 when they are not an accessible
route serving accessible parking spaces, other required accessible elements or part of an accessible
means of egress.			See above.	

1009.11.4	Continuity.	Gripping surfaces required to be continuous without interruption. Exceptions are provided for dwelling units.		
	
7.2.2.4.2
7.2.2.4.4.7	Same	
No change is needed.	

1009.11.5	Handrail extensions.	Handrails must return to a wall, guard, or floor and must continue beyond the top riser 12@ and beyond the last riser one tread depth if not continuous. Exceptions provided for non-accessible dwelling units and aisles in Group A occupancies.		
	
7.2.2.4.4.10	Similar	
No change is needed.	

1009.11.6	Clearance.	Requires minimum of one and a half@ of clearance between handrail and adjacent surfaces.	
	
7.2.2.4.4	Same	
No change is needed.	

1009.11.7	Stairway projections.	4.5@ maximum projection allowed at or below handrail height.	
	
7.3.2.2	Same	
No change is needed.	

1009.12	Stairway to roof.	One stair is required to extend to the roof in buildings four or more stories provided the roof slope is less than 4:12. If roof is unoccupied, access from the top story may be by alternating tread device.

1009.12 Stairway to roof. In buildings four or more stories in height above grade, one stairway shall extend to the roof surface, unless the roof has a slope steeper than four units vertical in 12 units horizontal (33-percent slope). In buildings without an occupied roof, access to the roof from the top story shall be permitted to be by an alternating tread device.
1009.12.1 Roof access. Where a stairway is provided to a roof, access to the roof shall be provided through a penthouse complying with Section 1509.2..	
SECTION 1008
ACCESS TO ROOF

Buildings four stories or more in height, except those with a roof slope greater than 4:12, shall be provided with a stairway to the roof. Such stairway shall be marked at street and floor levels with a sign indicating that it continues to the roof. Where roofs are used for roof gardens or for other purposes, stairways shall be provided as required for such use or occupancy.

7.2.1.5.8	Does not require stair access to the roof. If a stair enclosure allows roof access, the door must be kept locked or allow re-entry from the roof to the stair enclosure

7.2.1.5.8 If a stair enclosure allows access to the roof of the 
building, the door to the roof either shall be kept locked or shall allow re-entry from the roof.	
Use s. 1008, FBC in place of s. 1009.12, IBC.  [Revised 1/21/04]	

See above.	
	
7.5.1.4 Interlocking or scissor stairs shall comply with the
7.5.1.4.1 and 7.5.1.4.2.
7.5.1.4.1  New interlocking or scissor stairs shall be permitted to be considered only as a single exit.
7.5.1.4.2* Existing interlocking or scissor stairs shall be permitted to be considered separate exits if they meet the following criteria:
(1) They are enclosed in accordance with 7.1.3.2.
(2) They are separated from each other by 2-hour fire resistance–rated noncombustible construction.
(3) No protected or unprotected penetrations or communicating openings exist between the stair enclosures.	
The subject of interlocking or scissor stairs is not addressed in the FBC.  In order to address this subject in the FBC, add the provisions of ss.  7.5.1.4, 7.5.1.4.1 and  7.5.1.4.2 as new sections 1009.13, IBC.  
Joint Fire TAC action:
Approved as submitted 10/0	

'1007.2 Accessible Stairs. Stairs required to be accessible by '11-4.1 shall comply with '11-4.9. Floor surfaces of stairs along accessible routes and in accessible rooms and spaces shall comply with '11-4.5.	
	
Add 1007.2, FBC as a new section 1009.13, IBC.	

1010.1	Ramps	Ramps must comply with Section 1108.2.2-1108.2.4.1.  Ramped aisles must meet Section 1024.11, and curb ramps must meet ANSI A117.1.		
	
7.2.5.1	Similar	
No change is needed.	

1010.2 Slope. Ramps used as part of a means of egress shall have a running slope not steeper than one unit vertical in 12 units horizontal (8-percent slope). The slope of other ramps shall not be steeper than one unit vertical in eight units horizontal (12.5-percent slope).
Exception: Aisle ramp slope in occupancies of Group A shall comply with Section 1024.11.

1010.3 Cross slope. The slope measured perpendicular to the direction of travel of a ramp shall not be steeper than one unit
vertical in 48 units horizontal (2-percent slope).
	
'1013.3 Slope. Maximum slope in the direction of travel shall be 1:12. Maximum cross slope shall be 1:50.

EXCEPTIONS:

1. Aisles which are not required to be accessible in Group A occupancies. (See '1019.)

2. Ramps that provide access to vehicles, vessels, mobile structures, and aircraft shall not be required to comply with the maximum slope or maximum rise for a single ramp run.

7.2.5.1
7.2.5.2
Table
7.2.5.2(a)
Table
7.2.5.2(b)	New ramps 1:12, existing
 ramps 1:8. 

7.2.5.2
Table
7.2.5.2(a)	Same	
Revise ss. 1010.2 and 1010.3 as follows:
1010.2 Slope. Ramps used as part of a means of egress shall have a running slope not steeper than one unit vertical in 12 units horizontal (8-percent slope). The slope of other ramps shall not be steeper than one unit vertical in eight units horizontal (12.5-percent slope).
Exceptions: 
1. Aisle ramp slope in occupancies of Group A shall comply with Section 1024.11.
2. Ramps that provide access to vehicles, vessels, mobile structures, and aircraft shall not be required to comply with the maximum slope or maximum rise for a single ramp run.

1010.3 Cross slope. The slope measured perpendicular to the direction of travel of a ramp shall not be steeper than one unit
vertical in 48 50 units horizontal (2-percent slope).	

1010.4  Vertical rise. Maximum rise of a ramp is 30@ between landings.		
	
7.2.5.2
Table
7.2.5.2(a)
Table
7.2.5.2(b)	New ramps 30@, existing ramps 144@.	
No change is needed.	

1010.5  Minimum dimensions Criteria for dimensions for ramps must comply with this section.			
	
No related section	
No change needed.	

1010.5.1Width. The minimum width of a means of egress ramp shall not be less than that required for corridors by Section 1016.2. The clear width of a ramp and the clear width between handrails, if provided, shall be 36 inches (914 mm) minimum.

	
'1013.6 Clear Width. The minimum clear width of a ramp shall be 36 in. (915 mm).

EXCEPTION: Ramps that are part of a required means of egress shall be not less than 44 inches wide.

7.2.5.2
Table
7.2.5.2(a)
Table
7.2.5.2(b)	Requires 44 inch minimum width for new ramps. Exception 30@ for existing ramps.	
1010.5.1Width. The minimum width of a means of egress ramp shall not be less than that required for corridors by Section 1016.2. The clear width of a ramp and the clear width between handrails, if provided, shall be 36 inches (914 mm) minimum.

EXCEPTION: Ramps that are part of a required means of egress shall be not less than 44 inches wide.	

1010.5.2 Headroom.  Headroom must be at least 80@. 	.	
	
7.1.5	Does not specifically address headroom for ramps; requirement is seven=, six@ in any means of egress	
No change is needed.	

1010.5.3  Restrictions.	Ramps must not be reduced in width in the direction of exit travel. Doors must not reduce the clear width to less than 42@. Projections are not allowed into the required ramp or landing width.

1010.5.3 Restrictions. Means of egress ramps shall not reduce in width in the direction of egress travel. Projections into the required ramp and landing width are prohibited. Doors opening onto a landing shall not reduce the clear width to less than 42 inches (1067 mm)..

	.	
	
Table 7.2.5.2(a)	4.5@ allowed to project on each side for new ramps at or below handrail height	
Revise Table 7.2.5.2(a), NFPA 101 to delete the A4.5" projection allowed for consistency with 1010.5.3, IBC. 	

1010.6 Landings. Ramps shall have landings at the bottom and top of each ramp, points of turning, entrance, exits and at doors. Landings shall comply with Sections 1010.6.1 through 1010.6.5.
1010.6.1 Slope. Landings shall have a slope not steeper than one unit vertical in 48 units horizontal (2-percent slope) in any direction. Changes in level are not permitted.
1010.6.2Width. The landing shall be at least as wide as the widest ramp run adjoining the landing.
1010.6.3 Length. The landing length shall be 60 inches (1525 mm) minimum.
Exception: Landings in nonaccessible Group R-2 and R-3 individual dwelling units, as applicable in Section
101.2, are permitted to be 36 inches (914mm) minimum.
	
'1013.5 Landings

'1013.5.1 Ramps shall have landings in accordance with '11-
4.8.4.

'1013.5.2 The maximum slope of landings shall be 1:50.

'1013.5.3 The landing shall be at least as wide as the widest ramp run adjoining the landing.
	
7.2.5.3.2	Similar
7.2.5.3.2	Same
7.2.5.3.2	Same
7.2.5.3.2	Similar; existing approved landings are excepted.
7.2.5.3.2	All landings are required to be 60@ long in the direction of travel. No decrease in width permitted except in existing conditions.
No related section	
Revise section 1010.6 as follows:
1010.6 Landings. Ramps shall have landings at the bottom and top of each ramp, points of turning, entrance, exits and at doors and in accordance with '11- 4.8.4.. Landings shall comply with Sections 1010.6.1 through
1010.6.5.
1010.6.1 Slope. Landings shall have a slope not steeper than one unit vertical in 48 50 units horizontal (2-percent slope) in any direction. Changes in level are not permitted.
1010.6.2Width. The landing shall be at least as wide as the widest ramp run adjoining the landing.
1010.6.3 Length. The landing length shall be 60 inches (1525 mm) minimum.
Exception: Landings in nonaccessible Group R-2 and R-3 individual dwelling units, as applicable in Section
101.2, are permitted to be 36 inches (914mm)minimum.	
1010.6.4 Change in direction. Where changes in direction of travel occur at landings provided between ramp runs, the landing shall be 60 inches by 60 inches (1524 mm by 1524
mm) minimum.
Exception: Landings in nonaccessible Group R-2 and R-3 individual dwelling units, as applicable in Section 101.2, are permitted to be 36 inches by 36 inches (914 mm by 914 mm) minimum.
1010.6.5 Doorways. Where doorways are located adjacent to a ramp landing, maneuvering clearances required by ICC A117.1 are permitted to overlap the required landing area.			1010.6.4 Change in direction. Where changes in direction of travel occur at landings provided between ramp runs, the landing shall be 60 inches by 60 inches (1524 mm by 1524
mm) minimum.
Exception: Landings in nonaccessible Group R-2 and R-3 individual dwelling units, as applicable in Section 101.2, are permitted to be 36 inches by 36 inches (914 mm by 914 mm) minimum.

	

1010.6.5 Doorways. Where doorways are located adjacent to a ramp landing, maneuvering clearances required by ICC A117.1 are permitted to overlap the required landing area.	

1010.7 Ramp construction. All ramps shall be built of materials consistent with the types permitted for the type of construction of the building; except that wood handrails shall be permitted for all types of construction. Ramps used as an exit shall conform to the applicable requirements of Sections 1019.1 and 1019.1.1 through 1019.1.3 for vertical exit enclosures.
	
'1013.2 Construction. Exit and exit discharge ramps shall be constructed of materials as required for exit stairways by '1007.1.1.

'1013.2.1 All ramps that serve as required means of egress shall be of permanent fixed construction.

'1013.2.2 The ramp floor and landings shall be solid and without perforations.	
7.2.5.3.1	Required to be permanent fixed construction. Stairs in Types I and II must be noncombustible. No exception for handrails.

7.2.5.3 Ramp Details.
7.2.5.3.1 Construction. Ramp construction shall be as follows:
(1) All ramps serving as required means of egress shall be of permanent fixed construction.
(2) Each ramp in buildings required by this Code to be of 
Type I or Type II construction shall be noncombustible or limited-combustible throughout.
(3) The ramp floor and landings shall be solid and without perforations.	
Revise 1010.7, IBC to add ss. 1013.2.1 and 1013.2.2, FBC as new sections 1010.7.3 and 1010.7.4, IBC.  This change will make the FBC consistent with the FFPC.	

1010.7.1  Ramp surface.	Surface must be slip-resistant. 		
	
7.1.6.4	Similar	
No change is needed.	

1010.7.2 Outdoor conditions. Outdoor ramps and outdoor approaches to ramps shall be designed so that water will not accumulate on walking surfaces. In other than occupancies in Group R-3, and occupancies that are accessory to an occupancy in Group R-3, surfaces and landings which are part of exterior ramps in climates subject to snow or ice shall be designed to minimize the accumulation of
same.
	
'1013.10 Water accumulation. Exterior ramps and landings shall be designed so water will not accumulate on their surfaces.

7.2.5.6.2	Similar	
Revise 1010.7.2, IBC as follows: 
1010.7.2 Outdoor conditions. Outdoor ramps and outdoor approaches to ramps shall be designed so that water will not accumulate on walking surfaces. In other than occupancies in Group R-3, and occupancies that are accessory to an occupancy in Group R-3, surfaces and landings which are part of exterior ramps in climates subject to snow or ice shall be designed to minimize the accumulation of
same.	

1010.8 Handrails. Ramps with a rise greater than 6 inches (152 mm) shall have handrails on both sides complying with Section 1009.11.
	
'1013.7 Handrails. Handrails shall be provided along both sides of a ramp run with a rise greater than 6 in. (15.2 cm) and shall conform to the requirements in '1007.5.3, '1007.5.4 and '1007.5.6. If handrails are not continuous, they shall extend at least 18 inches (305 mm) beyond the top and bottom of the ramp segment and shall be parallel with the floor or ground surface. Ends of handrails shall be either rounded or returned smoothly to floor, wall, or post. Handrails shall not rotate within their fittings. Top of the handrail gripping surface shall be not less than 34 inches (864 mm) nor more than 38 inches (965 mm) above the ramp surface.

	
7.2.5.4	Similar; exceptions provided for assembly occupancies.	
Replace entire text of 1010.8, IBC with text of 1013.7, FBC as follows: 
'1010.8 Handrails. Handrails shall be provided along both sides of a ramp run with a rise greater than 6 in. (15.2 cm) and shall conform to the requirements in '1007.5.3, '1007.5.4 and '1007.5.6. 1009.11. If handrails are not continuous, they shall extend at least 18 inches (305 mm) beyond the top and bottom of the ramp segment and shall be parallel with the floor or ground surface. Ends of handrails shall be either rounded or returned smoothly to floor, wall, or post. Handrails shall not rotate within their fittings. Top of the handrail gripping surface shall be not less than 34 inches (864 mm) nor more than 38 inches (965 mm) above the ramp surface.	
	EXCEPTIONS:

1. Handrails are not required when the total ramp run rise is 6 inches (152 mm) or less and the horizontal projection is 72 inches or less, except where required to be accessible.

2. Aisles in Group A occupancies. (See '1019.)
3. In dwelling units not required to be accessible by Chapter 11, Fair Housing requirements, handrails are not required to extend beyond the top and bottom of the ramp segment.

4. Handrails are not required on curb ramps.		EXCEPTIONS:

1. Handrails are not required when the total ramp run rise is 6 inches (152 mm) or less and the horizontal projection is 72 inches or less, except where required to be accessible.

2. Aisles in Group A occupancies. (See 1024 '1019.)

3. In dwelling units not required to be accessible by Chapter 11, Fair Housing requirements, handrails are not required to extend beyond the top and bottom of the ramp segment.

4. Handrails are not required on curb  ramps.	

1010.9 Edge protection. Edge protection complying with Section 1010.9.1 or 1010.9.2 shall be provided on each side of ramp runs and at each side of ramp landings.
Exceptions:
1. Edge protection is not required on ramps not required to have handrails, provided they have flared sides that comply with the ICC A117.1 curb ramp provisions.
2. Edge protection is not required on the sides of ramp landings serving an adjoining ramp run or stairway.
3. Edge protection is not required on the sides of ramp landings having a vertical dropoff of not more than 0.5 inch (13 mm) within 10 inches (254 mm) horizontally
of the required landing area.
	
'1013.8 Edge Protection. Edge protection complying with '1013.8.1 or '1013.8.2 shall be provided on each side of ramp runs and at each side of ramp landings.

EXCEPTIONS:

1. Edge protection is not required on ramps not required to have handrails and having flared sides or returned curbs as required by '11-4.8.7 for curb ramps.

2. Edge protection is not required on the sides of ramp landings serving an adjoining ramp run or stairway.

3. Edge protection is not required on the sides of ramp landings having a vertical drop-off of no more than 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) within 10 inches (254 mm) horizontally of the required landing area.	

7.2.5.3.3	Requires curbs, walls, railings, or projecting surfaces at edges of ramps.

No related section

7.2.5.3.3	If curbs or barriers are used as edge protection, they are required to be not less than 4@.	
Revise 1010.9, IBC as follows: 
1010.9 Edge protection. Edge protection complying with Section 1010.9.1 or 1010.9.2 shall be provided on each side of ramp runs and at each side of ramp landings.
Exceptions:
1. Edge protection is not required on ramps not required to have handrails, provided they have flared sides that comply with ICC A117.1 '11-4.8.7 for curb ramp provisions.
2. Edge protection is not required on the sides of ramp landings serving an adjoining ramp run or stairway.
3. Edge protection is not required on the sides of ramp landings having a vertical dropoff of not more than 0.5 inch (13 mm) within 10 inches (254 mm) horizontally
of the required landing area.
	
1010.9.1 Railings. A rail shall be mounted below the handrail 17 inches to 19 inches (432 mm to 483 mm) above the ramp or landing surface.
1010.9.2 Curb or barrier. A curb or barrier shall be provided that prevents the passage of a 4-inch-diameter (102 mm) sphere, where any portion of the sphere is within 4 inches (102 mm) of the floor or ground surface.
	'1013.8.1 Extended floor or ground surface. The floor or ground surface of the ramp run or landing shall extend 12 inches (305 mm) minimum beyond the inside face of a handrail complying with 1013.7.

'1013.8.2 Curb or barrier. A curb or barrier shall be provided that prevents the passage of a 4-inch (102 mm) diameter sphere, where any portion of the sphere is within 4 inches (102 mm) of the floor or ground surface.		1010.9.1 Railings. A rail shall be mounted below the handrail 17 inches to 19 inches (432 mm to 483 mm) above the ramp or landing surface.
1010.9.2 Curb or barrier. A curb or barrier shall be provided that prevents the passage of a 4-inch-diameter (102 mm) sphere, where any portion of the sphere is within 4 inches (102 mm) of the floor or ground surface.
1010.9.3 Extended floor or ground surface. The floor or ground surface of the ramp run or landing shall extend 12 inches (305 mm) minimum beyond the inside face of a handrail complying with 1010.8.	

1010.10	Guards.	Guards required at open-sided walking surfaces more than 30@ above the adjacent floor or grade in compliance with Section 1012.		
	
7.2.5.4	Similar; exceptions provided for assembly occupancies.	
No change needed.	

1011	Exit Signs			
	
7.10	Marking of Means of Egress	

1011.1	Where required.	Requires exit signs at exit and exit access doors and in corridors so that no point is more than 100= from a visible exit sign. Exceptions are provided for rooms with one exit; main exterior doors; Groups R-1, R-2, R-3, and U meeting Section 101.2; and Groups A-4 and A-5 meeting specific requirements.		
	
7.10.1.2
7.10.1.5	Similar	
No change needed.	

1011.2	Illumination.	Exit signs must comply with this section. 	.	
	
7.10.1.1	Requires exit signage when required by specific occupancy chapters	
No change needed.	

1011.3	Tactile exit signs.	Signs Requires a tactile sign complying with Chapter 11 to be placed adjacent to each door to an exit stairway.	
	
7.10.1.3	Similar	
No change needed.	

1011.4	Internally illuminated exit signs.	Exit signs must be illuminated and meet requirements for foot-candle levels. An exception is provided for self-luminous exit signs and tactile signs.

	.	
	
7.10.5.1
7.10.5.2	Similar; less comprehensive. Refers to Section 7.8 for illumination	
No change needed.	

1011.5	Externally illuminated exit signs.	Exit signs must be illuminated and meet requirements for foot-candle levels. An exception is provided for self-luminous exit signs and tactile signs.	
	
7.10.5.1
7.10.5.2	Similar; less comprehensive. Refers to Section 7.8 for illumination	
No change needed.	

1011.5.1	Graphics.	Exit signs must be legible and meet lettering size requirements.		
	
7.10.6.1
7.10.6.2
7.10.7.1	Similar	
No change needed.	

1011.5.2	Exit sign illumination.	Exit signs must be illuminated and meet requirements for foot-candle levels. An exception is provided for self-luminous exit signs and tactile signs.

	
7.10.5.1
7.10.5.2	Similar; less comprehensive. Refers to Section 7.8 for illumination.	
No change needed.	

1011.5.3	Power source.	Signs are required to be illuminated at all times and must be capable of remaining illuminated for 90 minutes if power is lost.	.	
	
7.8.2.1
7.8.2.2	Similar
	
No change needed.	

1012	Guards  section	
	
No related	
No change needed.	

1012.1  Where required.	Required at open-sided walking surfaces that are more than 30@ above the adjacent floor or grade. Strength and means of attachment must comply with Section 1607.7. Exceptions include loading docks, stages and platforms, vehicle service pits, and assembly seating.		
	
7.1.8
7.2.2.4.5	Similar; no specific exceptions. Guard requirements for assembly occupancies are in Chapters 12 and 13.	
No change needed.	

1012.2  Height.	Height of guards must be at least 42@. Exceptions for R-3 and individual dwelling units of R-2 that allow the guard to be a minimum 34 and maximum 38@ high when it is also used as a handrail.		
	
7.2.2.4.5.2	Similar; exceptions are provided for existing guards in dwelling units and on existing stairs.	
No change needed.	

1012.3 Opening limitations. Open guards shall have balusters or ornamental patterns such that a 4-inch-diameter (102 mm) sphere cannot pass through any opening up to a height of 34
inches (864 mm). From a height of 34 inches (864 mm) to 42 inches (1067 mm) above the adjacent walking surfaces, a sphere 8 inches (203 mm) in diameter shall not pass.	
'1015.3 Openings. Open guardrails shall have intermediate rails or ornamental pattern such that a 4-inch (102 mm) diameter sphere cannot pass through any opening up to a height of 34 inches. A bottom rail or curb shall be provided that will reject the passage of 2-inch (51 mm) diameter sphere.	

7.2.2.4.5.3	Similar; no criteria for the opening size in the guard above 34@. Exceptions allow opening up to 21@ for detention and correctional, industrial and storage occupancies.	
Similar.  No change needed.	

1012.4	
Screen porches.	Guards are required when the walking surface of the porch is more than 30@ above the adjacent floor or grade.			
	
No related section	
No change needed.	

1012.5  Mechanical equipment.  Guard required when equipment is within 10= of the edge of a roof or floor opening that is more than 30@ above the adjacent floor or roof.			
	
No related section	
No change needed.	

1013	Exit Access			
	
7.5	Arrangement of Means of Egress	
No change needed.	

1013.1 General.	Requires compliance with Sections 1004 and 1003, as applicable.		
	
No related section	
No change needed.	

1013.2 Egress through intervening spaces.	Allows egress through adjoining rooms that are accessory to the area served and meet specific requirements. Limits egress through rooms that can be locked or otherwise create a hazard to occupants.

7.5.1.6
7.5.2.1	Similar	
No change needed.	

1013.2.1 Multiple tenants.	Requires access to exits by all tenants without having to pass through another tenant's space.	
	
No related section	
No change needed.	

1013.2.2 Group I-2. Each habitable room or suite must have an exit access door directly to a corridor. Provides exceptions to allow egress through intervening rooms. Limits the size of suites and travel distances.		
	
18.2.5.1
19.2.5.1	Includes detailed requirements for egress in new and existing health care facilities.	
No change needed.	

1013.3  Common path of egress travel.	Maximum common path of egress travel is 25= for H-1, H-2 and H-3 and 75= for all other occupancies. Exceptions allow up to 100= based on occupancy and sprinkler protection.		
	
7.5.1.5
12.2.5.1
13.2.5.1
14.2.5.3
15.2.5.3
16.2.5.3
17.2.5.3
22.2.5.3
23.2.5.3
28.2.5.2
29.2.5.2
30.2.5.2
31.2.5.2
32.3.2.5.2
33.3.2.5.2
36.2.5.3
37.2.5.3
38.2.5.3
39.2.5.3
40.2.5.3
42.2.5.4	Common path of travel requirements vary by occupancy.
NFPA appendix Table 7.6.1 provides summary of requirements by occupancy.	
No change needed.	

1013.4  Aisles.	Unobstructed aisles are required for exit access in areas with seating and displays (see also Section 1024). Doors and handrails cannot project into the required width by more than seven@.

	
7.3.4.1
12.2.5.4
13.2.5.4
14.2.5.6
15.2.5.6	NFPA 7.3.4.1 provides minimum widths for means of egress and refers to the occupancy chapters. Aisle requirements are focused on assembly and educational occupancies.	
No change needed.	

1013.4.1  Groups B and M. Requires 36-inch minimum clear aisle width.		
	
7.3.4.1
36.2.5.5
36.2.5.6
37.2.5.5
37.2.5.6	NFPA 7.3.4.1 provides minimum widths for means of egress and refers to the occupancy chapters. Aisle requirements are focused on assembly and educational occupancies.	
No change needed.	

1013.4.2  Seating at tables.  Defines boundaries for measurement of aisle width. Measurement starts 19@ from the edge of tables or counters, or in the case of fixed seats, from the back of the seat.		
	
12.2.5.7.3
12.2.5.8.3
13.2.5.7.3
13.2.5.8.3
	Similar; provides requirements for
aisle accessways as well as
aisles.	
No change needed.	

1013.4.2.1  Aisle accessway for tables and seating.Requires width of aisles to meet the minimum of Section 1005.1. Width requirements to be based on occupant load served (see Section 1013.4.1).	.	
	
12.2.5.7.1
13.2.5.7.1
	Width is based on length of aisle	
No change needed.	

1013.4.2.2 Table and seating accessway width.Requires at least 12@ of width, with additions made based on length of aisle accessway.		
	
12.2.5.7.4
13.2.5.7.4
Similar; no exception for aisle
accessways having a length less
than 6=.	
No change needed.	

1013.4.2.3 Table and seating aisle accessway length.
The length of travel along the aisle accessway shall not exceed 30 feet (9144 mm) from any seat to the point where a person has a choice of two or more paths of egress travel to separate exits. access doorways shall be arranged in accordance with Sections 1014.2.1 and 1014.2.2.	
	
12.2.5.7.5
13.2.5.7.5
	Requires 36= maximum from a seat to an aisle or egress doorway.

13.2.5.7.5 The path of travel along the aisle accessway shall 
not exceed 11 m (36 ft) from any seat to the closest aisle or egress doorway

12.2.5.7.5 The path of travel along the aisle accessway shall 
not exceed 11 m (36 ft) from any seat to the closest aisle or egress doorway.
	
Recommend changing the 12.2.5.7.5 for consistency with the 1013.4.2.3 with regard to the length of path of travel of A30 ft.@  [Revised 1/21/04]	

1013.5 Egress balconies. Balconies used for egress purposes shall conform to the same requirements as corridors for width, headroom, dead ends and projections. Exterior balconies shall be designed to minimize accumulation of snow or ice that impedes the means of egress.
Exception: Exterior balconies and concourses in outdoor stadiums shall be exempt from the design requirement to protect against the accumulation of snow or ice.

'1014.1.1 Any exterior balcony, porch, or gallery may serve as a means of egress if it complies with all the requirements as to width,arrangement, headroom and travel distance and materials of construction that are specified in this chapter for means of egress and provided it complies with the requirements of the following paragraphs of '1014.  At least 50 percent of the balcony, porch, gallery or similar space shall be open on the long side.

7.5.3.1	Similar

7.5.3.2 The long side of the balcony, porch, gallery, or similar
space shall be at least 50 percent open and shall be arranged to restrict the accumulation of smoke.	
Revise 1013.5, IBC as follows:

1013.5 Egress balconies. Balconies used for egress purposes shall conform to the same requirements as corridors for width, headroom, dead ends and projections. Exterior balconies shall be designed to minimize accumulation of snow or ice that impedes the means of egress.
Exception: Exterior balconies and concourses in outdoor stadiums shall be exempt from the design requirement to protect against the accumulation of snow or ice. At least 50 percent of the balcony, porch, gallery or similar space shall be open on the long side and arranged to restrict the accumulation of smoke..	

1013.5.1 Wall Separation	Separation requirement is the same as for corridor walls. Exception eliminates the requirement for a rated separation if the balcony has two exits and occupants do not have to pass an unprotected opening in a dead end to access a stair.		
	
7.5.3.3	Similar	
No change needed.	

1013.5.2 Openness. At least 50% openness required along the long side of balcony. Design should preclude trapping smoke.		
	
7.5.3.2	Similar	
No change needed.	

1014	Exit And Exit Access Doorways		
	
7.2.1	Doors	

1014.1 Exit or exit access doorways required.	Two exits are required from a space if occupant load exceeds Table 1014.1.	

7.4.1.1	Two exits required from any portion of a building. Exception allows for one exit when permitted by an occupancy chapter. Single exit allows for balconies and mezzanines when the common path of travel limitations of occupancy chapters are met.	
No change needed.	

Table 1014.1 Spaces With One Means Of Egress Identifies the number of occupants allowed in a space of various occupancies with only one exit.		
	
7.4.1.1
12.2.4.5
13.2.4.5
14.2.5
15.2.5
17.6.2.4
18.2.5
19.2.5
20.2.4
21.2.4
24.2.2.4
26.2.1.3
28.2.4
29.2.4
30.2.4
31.2.4
32.2.2.1
32.3.2.5
33.2.2.1
36.2.4
37.2.4
38.2.4.2
39.2.4.2
40.2.4.1
42.2.4.1	Two exits required from any portion of a building. Exception allows one exit when permitted by an occupancy chapter. Allows a single exit for balconies and mezzanines when the common path of travel limitations of the occupancy chapters are met. For areas on a floor, determining the number of exits is dependent upon the layout.	
No change needed.	

1014.2 Exit or exit access doorway arrangement.	Requires exits to be unobstructed and visible. 		
	
7.5.1.1	Similar	
No change needed.	

1014.2.1 Two exits or exit access doorways. Where two exits or exit access doorways are required from any portion of the exit access, the exit doors or exit access doorways shall be placed a distance apart equal to not less than one-half of the length of the maximum overall diagonal dimension of the building or area to be served measured in a straight line between exit doors or exit access doorways. Interlocking or scissor stairs shall be counted as one exit stairway.

Exceptions:
1. Where exit enclosures are provided as a portion of the required exit and are interconnected by a 1-hour fire-resistance-rated corridor conforming to the requirements of Section 1016, the required exit separation shall be measured along the shortest direct line of travel within the corridor.
	
'1004.1.4 Where two or more exits or exit access doors are required, at least two of the exits or exit access doors shall be placed a distance apart equal to not less than 1/2 of the length of the maximum overall diagonal dimension of the building or area to be served measured in a straight line between the nearest edge of the exit doors or exit access doors.

The two exits or exit access doors shall be located and constructed to minimize the possibility that both may be blocked by any one fire or other emergency condition. Where more than two exits or exit access doors are required, at least two of the required exits or exit access doors shall be arranged to comply with the above. The other exits or exit access doors shall be located so that if one becomes blocked, the others shall be available.	
7.5.1.3	Similar; also makes an exception for existing buildings.	
No change is needed.  Florida specific requirements are covered by the IBC.	

2. Where a building is equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2, the separation distance of the exit doors or exit access doorways shall not be less than one-third of the length of the maximum overall diagonal dimension of the area served.

1014.2.2 Three or more exits or exit access doorways. Where access to three or more exits is required, at least two exit doors or exit access doorways shall be placed a distance apart equal to not less than one-half of the length of the maximum overall diagonal dimension of the area served measured
in a straight line between such exit doors or exit access doorways. Additional exits or exit access doorways shall be arranged a reasonable distance apart so that if one becomes blocked, the others will be available.
	
EXCEPTIONS:

1. When exit enclosures are provided as a portion of the required exit and are interconnected by a corridor conforming to the requirements for one 1-hour rated construction, the exit separation may be measured along a direct line of travel within the corridor.
2. In buildings protected throughout by an approved automatic sprinkler system, the minimum separation distance between two exits or exit access doors shall be at least 1/3 the length of the maximum overall diagonal dimension of the building or area to be served.
3. In R1 and R2 occupancies, the distance between exits stipulated by '1004.1.4 shall not be applicable to common nonlooped exit access from such doors.	
7.5.1.3.2	Similar	
See above.	
Exception: Where a building is equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2, the separation distance of at least two of the exit doors or exit access doorways shall not be less than one-third of the length of the maximum overall diagonal dimension of the area served.	corridors in buildings that have corridor doors from the guest room or guest suite or dwelling unit that are arranged such that the
exits are located in opposite directions from such doors.
		See above.	

1014.3 Boiler, incinerator and furnace rooms.Boiler, incinerator and furnace rooms > 500 sq. ft. with any fuel-fired equipment >400,000 Btu require two exit access doorways, one of which may be a fixed ladder or an alternating tread device. The distance between the two exit access doorways must be at least one-half the maximum horizontal dimension of the room.
	.
1014.4 Refrigeration machinery rooms.	
Machinery rooms > 1,000 sq. ft. require two exits or exit access doors, one of which may be a fixed ladder or an alternating tread device. The distance between the two exit access doorways must be at least 2 the maximum horizontal dimension of the room.  Travel distance must be 150= to an exit or exit access doorway or increased per Section 1015.1.  Doors must swing in the direction of egress travel and be tight fitting and self-closing.		
	
7.12
7.2.9.1(4)
7.2.11.1(4)	
Two exits required if common path of travel >100= (new) or 150= (existing).  Alternating tread device or ladder may be used as a secondary means of egress if occupant load <3 persons

	No related section	
No change needed.	

1014. 5 Refrigerated rooms or spaces.	
Rooms or spaces > 1,000 sq. ft. with a refrigerant evaporator and maintained at a temperature below 68°F (20°C), must have access to two exits or exit access doors.  Travel distance per Section 1015.1, but within 150= if the room is not sprinklered. Egress is allowed through adjoining refrigerated rooms or spaces. Exception: Where using refrigerants in quantities limited to the amounts based on the volume set forth in the IMC.			
	
No related section	
No change needed.	

1014.6 Stage means of egress.	Where two means of egress are required, based on the stage size or occupant load, one means of egress must be provided on each side of the stage.			
	
No related section	
No change needed.	

1014.6.1 Gallery, gridiron and catwalk means of egress.
The means of egress from lighting and access catwalks, galleries and gridirons shall meet the requirements for occupancies in Group F-2.
Exceptions:
1. A minimum width of 22 inches (559 mm) is permitted for lighting and access catwalks.
2. Spiral stairs are permitted in the means of egress.
3. Stairways required by this subsection need not be enclosed.
4. Stairways with a minimum width of 22 inches (559 mm), ladders, or spiral stairs are permitted in the means of egress.
5. A second means of egress is not required from these areas where a means of escape to a floor or to a roof is provided. Ladders, alternating tread devices or spiral stairs are permitted in the means of escape.
6. Ladders are permitted in the means of egress.	
'1014.1.1 Any exterior balcony, porch, or gallery may serve as a means of egress if it complies with all the requirements as to width,arrangement, headroom and travel distance and materials of construction that are specified in this chapter for means of egress and provided it complies with the requirements of the following paragraphs of '1014.  At least 50 percent of the balcony, porch, gallery or similar space shall be
open on the long side.
	
12.2.2.3.2.2
12.2.2.10.2
12.2.2.11
12.2.3.4
12.4.5.9	
Similar	
Similar, no change needed. [1/21/04]	

1015 Exit Access Travel Distance	

1015.1 Travel distance limitations.	Table 1015.1 for limitations on travel distance to exits. Travel along open stairs that are part of the exit access is measured along the center of the stair on a line parallel and tangent to the nosings.		
	
7.6	Measurement of Travel Distance to Exits

7.6.1
7.6.2
7.6.5Similar	
No change needed.	

Table 1015.1 Exit Access Travel Distance

A, E, F-1, I-1, M,   Unsprk         Sprk
R, S-1                     200              250b
B                            200               300c
F-2, S-2, U             300               400b
H-1                 Not Permitted       75c
H-2                 Not Permitted      100c
H-3                 Not Permitted      150c
H-4                 Not Permitted      175c
H-5                 Not Permitted      200c
I-2, I-3, I-4     150                      200c

Table 1004 Travel Distance, Dead-End Length, Exit and Means of Egress Width
             Unsprk   Sprk
A           150        200
 exist access aisle
                50         50
B           200          300
D          150           200
E           150          200
F           200          250
H          NP           75
I
   Restrained
             Varies      Varies
   Unrestrained
              NP           200
M         100            200
R1        175            325
R2        175            325
R3        175            325
R4        NP             250
S          200            400 	
7.6.6
12.2.6
13.2.6
15.2.6
16.2.6
17.2.6
18.2.6
19.2.6
20.2.6
21.2.6
22.2.6
23.2.6
28.2.6
29.2.6
30.2.6
31.2.6
32.3.2.6
33.3.2.6
36.2.6
37.2.6
38.2.6
39.2.6
40.2.6
42.2.6	
Travel distance limitations are located in the occupancy chapters. Travel distances vary by occupancy, and increases are provided for sprinkler protection. Depending on the occupancy, NFPA requires that specific travel distances be met to various egress elements. Appendix Table 7.6.1 provides a summary of requirements by occupancy.	
Revised 3/2/04
Revise Table 1015.1 as follows:

Table 1015.1 Exit Access Travel Distance

See attached.	
	NOTES:
1. See §1019.10.2.
2. Maximum dead-end in HPM Facilities as defined at §408 shall be 4 ft.
3. 96 inches shall be provided in areas requiring the movement of beds.
4. See §413 for covered mall buildings.
5. 36 inches shall be permitted within dwelling units.
6. Maximum travel distance for Group S2 occupancies shall not be limited. Maximum travel distances for open parking structures constructed per §411 shall be increased to 300 ft if unsprinklered and 400 ft if sprinklered.
7. See §1004.1.6 for exceptions.
8. See §1026.1.1 for exceptions.
9. 44 inches required in areas requiring movement of beds.
10. 36 inches acceptable if stair or corridor serves occupant load of less than 50.
11. See §1024.2.6.
12. Applies to ramps, doors and corridors.
13. For HPM Facilities, as defined in §408, the maximum travel distance shall be 75 ft from any point in an HPM service corridor to an exterior or exit door, horizontal exit, exit access corridor, enclosed stairway or door into a fabrication area.
14. Use 0.3 for stairs having tread depths 11 inches or greater and riser heights between 4 inches minimum and 7 inches maximum.
		NOTES:
1. See §1019.10.2.
2. Maximum dead-end in HPM Facilities as defined at §408 shall be 4 ft.
3. 96 inches shall be provided in areas requiring the movement of beds.
4. See §413 for covered mall buildings.
5. 36 inches shall be permitted within dwelling units.
6. Maximum travel distance for Group S2 occupancies shall not be limited. Maximum travel distances for open parking structures constructed per §411 shall be increased to 300 ft if unsprinklered and 400 ft if sprinklered.
7. See §1004.1.6 for exceptions.
8. See §1026.1.1 for exceptions.
9. 44 inches required in areas requiring movement of beds.
10. 36 inches acceptable if stair or corridor serves occupant load of less than 50.
11. See §1024.2.6.
12. Applies to ramps, doors and corridors.
13. For HPM Facilities, as defined in §408, the maximum travel distance shall be 75 ft from any point in an HPM service corridor to an exterior or exit door, horizontal exit, exit access corridor, enclosed stairway or door into a fabrication area.
14. Use 0.3 for stairs having tread depths 11 inches or greater and riser heights between 4 inches minimum and 7 inches maximum.
	
	15. 20 ft for Use Classification 5. 50 ft for Use Classifications 2, 3 and 4. See §1024.2.5.4.
16. See §1024.2.8.
17. Mercantile occupancies having an aggregate gross area of more than 30,000 sq ft (2800 sq m) or utilizing more than three levels, excluding mezzanines, for sales purposes shall have at least one aisle of 5 ft (1.5 m) minimum width leading directly to an exit.
18. See §1026.1.3.
19. See §1007.3.1 for industrial equipment access stairs.
20. In buildings protected throughout by an automatic sprinkler system, dead-end corridors shall be permitted to be 50 ft.
		15. 20 ft for Use Classification 5. 50 ft for Use Classifications 2, 3 and 4. See §1024.2.5.4.
16. See §1024.2.8.
17. Mercantile occupancies having an aggregate gross area of more than 30,000 sq ft (2800 sq m) or utilizing more than three levels, excluding mezzanines, for sales purposes shall have at least one aisle of 5 ft (1.5 m) minimum width leading directly to an exit.
18. See §1026.1.3.
19. See §1007.3.1 for industrial equipment access stairs.
20. In buildings protected throughout by an automatic sprinkler system, dead-end corridors shall be permitted to be 50 ft.

1015.2 Roof vent increase. Allows up to 400 foot travel distance in single story, fully sprinklered buildings with automatic smoke and heat vents of Group F-1 and S-1.		
1015.3 Exterior egress balcony increase.	Allows an increase of maximum travel distance of up to 100= when the last portion of travel is on an exterior egress balcony.
.	
	
No related section

7.5.3 Provides criteria for exterior exit access, but does not provide increases for travel distance	
No change needed.	

1016 Corridors	
	
1016.1 Construction. Requires fire-rated construction based on occupancy, occupant load, and whether the building is sprinkler protected as specified in Table
1016.1. Exceptions made for rating based on configuration and use.

7.1.3.1
12.3.6
13.3.6
14.3.6
15.3.6
16.3.6
17.3.6
18.3.6
19.3.6
20.3.6
21.3.6
22.3.6
23.3.6
26.3.4
28.3.6.1
29.3.6.1
30.3.6.1
31.3.6.1
32.2.3.6.1
33.2.3.6.1
36.3.6.1
37.3.6.1
38.3.6.1
39.3.6
40.3.6
42.3.6
Exit access corridors must be
separated from other spaces by 1-
hour fire-rated construction when
they serve 30 or more people.
Not applicable to existing
buildings, and subject to the
requirements of each occupancy
chapter. In most occupancies,
there is an exception for
sprinklered buildings.	
No change needed.	

Table 1016.1	Corridor Fire-Resistance RatingIdentifies the required fire rating of corridors based on occupancy, occupant load, and whether the building is sprinklered.			
	
No related table	
No change needed.	

1016.2 Corridor width.	Requires minimum width of at least 44@. Exceptions made based on occupancy, area served, and usage.	.	
	
7.3.4.1
14.2.3.2
15.2.3.2
18.2.3
19.2.3
20.2.3.2
21.2.3.2
22.2.3.2
23.2.3.2
24.2.6
28.2.3.3
30.2.3.3
32.3.2.3.3
33.3.2.3.3
38.2.3.2
39.2.3.2	Minimum width is 36@, but not less than the width required by the occupancy chapters	
No change [1/21/04] 	

1016.3	Dead ends. Corridors must not have dead ends greater than 20= long. Up to 50= allowed based on occupancy and sprinkler protection. There is also an exception for very wide corridors.		
	
7.5.1.5
14.2.5.2
15.2.5.2
16.2.5.2
17.2.5.2
18.2.5.10
19.2.5.10
20.2.5
21.2.5
22.2.5.2
23.2.5.2
28.2.5.3
29.2.5.3
30.2.5.3
31.2.5.3
32.3.2.5.4
33.3.2.5.3
36.2.5.2
37.2.5.2
38.2.5.2
39.2.5.2
40.2.5
Table 40.2.5
42.2.5
Table 42.2.5.1	
Dead ends are not permitted, unless allowed within a specific occupancy chapter. Occupancy chapters allow dead ends up to 50=.	
No change needed.	

1016.4	Air movement in corridors.	Corridors may not be used as air ducts or plenums. Exceptions allow the use of the corridor for makeup air to rooms opening into it under specific conditions. The space above the ceiling may be used as a plenum under specific conditions.			
	
No related section	
No change needed.	

1016.4.1 Corridor ceiling.	
The space between the corridor ceiling and the floor or roof structure above may be used as a return air plenum if the corridor is not required to be rated and separated from the plenum by fire-resistance-rated construction and the air-handling system serving the corridor is shut down upon activation of the air-handling unit smoke detectors required by the IMC or detection of sprinkler waterflow where the building is equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system or the space is used as a component of an approved engineered smoke control system.		
	
8.4.2
8.5.2.3	
Smoke partitions may terminate at a suspended ceiling if the space above the ceiling is not used a return air plenum.	
No change needed.	

1016.5     Corridor Continuity	Rated corridors must be continuous to an exit without intervening rooms. Exception allows lobbies and similar spaces to be in the corridor if they are constructed as required for the corridor. Group B occupancies can have a corridor through enclosed elevator lobbies if fully sprinklered.		
	
7.5.1.1.1
7.5.1.2.2	
Similar; unrated corridors may discharge into open floor plan areas.	
No change needed.	

1017	Exits

1017.1	General.	Requires compliance with Sections 1017 and 1022, as applicable. Use of exits for any purpose that would interfere with egress is prohibited. The protection of an exit cannot be reduced once it is established.		

1017.2 Exterior exit doors. Requires at least one door to comply with Section 1008.1.1, which provides requirements for door size.		

1017.2.1 Detailed requirements.	Requires compliance with Section 1008.1. 		

1017.2.2 Arrangement.	Exterior exit doors must lead to exit discharge or public way.			
	
No related section

No related section

No related section

No related section	
No change needed.	

SECTION 1018
NUMBER OF EXITS AND CONTINUITY
1018.1 Minimum number of exits. All rooms and spaces within each story shall be provided with and have access to the minimum number of approved independent exits as required by Table 1018.1 based on the occupant load, except as modified in Section 1014.1 or 1018.2. For the purposes of this chapter, occupied roofs shall be provided with exits as required for stories. The required number of exits from any story, basement or individual space shall be maintained until arrival at grade or the public way.	
'1004.2 Minimum number of exits

EXCEPTION: A fenced outdoor assembly occupancy shall have at least two widely separated means of egress from the enclosure.  If more than 6,000 persons are to be served by such means of egress, there shall be at least three means of egress; if more than 9,000 persons are to be served, there shall be at least four means of egress.	
	7.4	Number of Means of Egress	
Add 1004.2, Exception, FBC as a new exception to 1018.1, IBC. 	

1018.1 Minimum number of exits.	Provides criteria for determining number of exits from a building or area based on occupant loads identified in Table 1018.1. References Section 1014.1 or 1018.2 for areas allowed to have a single exit.

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7.4.1.1
12.2.4
13.2.4
14.2.4
15.2.4
16.2.4
17.2.4
18.2.4
19.2.4
20.2.4
21.2.4
22.2.4
23.2.4
24.2.2
26.2.1
28.2.4
29.2.4
30.2.4
31.2.4
32.3.2.4
33.2.2.1
33.3.2.4
36.2.4
37.2.4
38.2.4
39.2.4
40.2.4
42.2.4	Two means of egress required, except when one exit is allowed by the occupancy chapters	
No change needed.	

Table 1018.1	Minimum Number Of Exits For Occupant Load Two exits required for under 500 people, with some exceptions. Three exits required for more than 500 people. Four exits required for over 1,000 people.

7.4.1.2	Same	
No change needed.	

1018.1.2 Helistops. Requires at least two exits. Landing area less than 60= long or less than 2000 sq. ft. can utilize a fire escape or ladder for the second exit.		
	
No related section	
No change needed.	

1018.2	
Buildings with one exit.	Provides criteria whereby a building can have a single exit. Buildings allowed to have only one exit include those listed in Table 1018.1.

	
7.4.1.1
12.2.4
13.2.4
14.2.4
15.2.4
16.2.4
17.2.4
18.2.4
19.2.4
20.2.4
21.2.4
22.2.4
23.2.4
24.2.2
26.2.1
28.2.4
29.2.4
30.2.4
31.2.4
32.3.2.4
33.2.2.1
33.3.2.4
36.2.4
37.2.4
38.2.4
39.2.4
40.2.4
42.2.4	One exit may be allowed by portions of the occupancy chapters.	
No change needed.	

Table 1018.2	Buildings With One Exit Table is the companion to Section 1018.2. 		
	
No related table	
No change needed.	

1018.3 Exit continuity.	Once entering an exit, it must continue to the discharge.		
	
7.1.3.2.2	Similar	
No change needed.	

1018.4 Exit door arrangement.	Exit door arrangement shall meet the requirements of Sections 1014.2 through 1014.2.2.	

	

1019	Vertical Exit Enclosures	

	

1019.1	
Enclosures required.	Exit stairs within buildings must be enclosed and have fire rating of two hours if four or more stories. Rating of one hour permitted for fewer stories. Provides exceptions based on occupancy and other conditions.

	.	
	
7.1.3.2.1
7.1.3.2.3
28.2.2.1.2
29.2.2.1.2
30.2.2.1.2
31.2.2.1.2	Similar; exceptions made for existing buildings and residential buildings when sprinklered. Disallows use of exit enclosure for any other purpose	
No change needed.	

1019.1.1	Openings and penetrations.	Openings into exit passageways are limited to those required for egress (except for covered mall buildings in Section 402.4.6). When exit passageways are used to provide egress for enclosed stairways, a fire-rated door is required to separate the stairway enclosure from the passageway. Elevators are not allowed to open into exit passageways.

	
7.2.6.2
7.1.3.2.1(5)	Requires the same fire-rated construction and opening protection as stair enclosures. Exceptions allow fire windows and existing wired glass.	
No change needed.	

1019.1.2	Penetrations. Penetrations into exit passageways other than for equipment serving the passageway are not allowed. Must comply with Section 	
	
712.	7.2.6.2
7.1.3.2.1(6)	Requires the same fire-rated construction and opening protection as stair enclosures.	
No change needed.	

1019.1.3 Ventilation.	Requires independent ventilation and separation of equipment providing ventilation for exit enclosures from equipment serving other areas of the building utilizing construction as required for shafts.		
	
7.2.6.1
7.1.3.2.1(5)	Similar	
No change needed.	

1019.1.4	Vertical enclosure exterior walls.	Requires protection of openings adjacent to unrated exterior walls of exit enclosures when the exposing wall is less than 180o to the enclosure wall. Exterior walls must comply with Section 704.		
	
7.2.2.5.2	Similar	
No change needed.	

1019.1.5 Enclosures under stairways. The walls and soffits within enclosed usable spaces under enclosed and unenclosed stairways shall be protected by 1-hour fire-resistance- rated construction, or the fire-resistance rating of the stairway enclosure, whichever is greater. Access to the enclosed usable space shall not be directly from within the stair enclosure.
Exception: Spaces under stairways serving and contained within a single residential dwelling unit in Group R-2 or R-3 as applicable in Section 101.2.  There shall be no enclosed usable space under exterior
exit stairways unless the space is completely enclosed in 1-hour fire-resistance-rated construction. The open space under exterior stairways shall not be used for any purpose.	
'1006.1.4 There shall be no enclosed, useable space within an exit enclosure, including under stairs.

EXCEPTIONS:

1. Enclosed useable space shall be permitted under stairs provided the space is separated from the stair enclosure by the same fire resistance as the exit enclosure. Entrance to such enclosed usable space shall not be from within the stair enclosure.

2. Protection is not required for those stairways exempted from enclosure in '1006.1.1.

7.2.2.5.3	Same	
1006.1.4, FBC requirements are covered by 1019.1.5, IBC.  No change is needed. 	

1019.1.6	Discharge identification.  A barrier is required for stairways in an enclosure that continue below the level of discharge. Directional signage is required.		
	
7.2.2.5.4.2	Requires directional exit signs.	
No change needed.	

1019.1.7 Stairway floor number signs. A sign is required at each landing of stairways serving more than three stories. Information must include floor level, stairway, top and bottom levels of stairway, access to roof, and direction to exit discharge. 	.	
	
7.2.2.5.4	Similar; required for enclosed stairs serving five or more stories	
No change needed.	

1019.1.8	Smokeproof enclosures.	Required for stairways in high-rise and underground structures that serve stories located 75= above fire department vehicle access or 30= below exit discharge.		
	
7.2.3.1
31.2.11	Only required for exits in existing unsprinklered high rise apartment building.	
No change needed.	

1019.1.8.1	
Enclosure exit. Pressurized stairs and smoke-proof enclosures must discharge into public way, open space, or exit passageways. Exceptions address when openings in the passageways are allowed.	
1019.1.8.2	Enclosure access.	Requires access to a smoke-proof enclosure via vestibule or exterior balcony unless the enclosure is designed utilizing the stair pressurization concept (see Section 909.20.5).		
	
7.2.3.5	Similar

7.2.3.6	Same	
No change needed.	

1020	Exit Passageways	

1020.1	Exit passageway	Exit passageways are not allowed to be used for any purpose other than egress.		
	
7.2.6	same

7.2.6.1
7.1.3.2.3Similar	
No change needed.	

1020.2 Width. Width must be at least 44@, except if serving occupant load less than 50 (minimum width may be 36@). Doors must not project more than seven@ into the required width when open.

1020.3 Construction	Requires minimum 1-hour fire-rated construction, but not less than that of exit enclosures to which it is connected.	7.2.6.2

1020.4 Openings and penetrations.	Openings into exit passageways are limited to those required for egress (except for covered mall buildings in Section 402.4.6). When exit passageways are used to provide egress for enclosed stairways, a fire-rated door is required to separate the stairway enclosure from the passageway. Elevators are not allowed to open into exit passageways.

1020.5 Penetrations. Penetrations into exit passageways other than for equipment serving the passageway are not allowed. Must comply with Section 712.		
.	
7.2.6.4	Required to accommodate the aggregate width of all exits served by the passageway.

7.1.3.2	Requires the same fire-rated construction and opening protection as stair enclosures.

7.2.6.2
7.1.3.2	Requires the same fire-rated construction and opening protection as stair enclosures. Exceptions allow fire windows and existing wired glass.

7.2.6.2
7.1.3.2	Requires the same fire-rated construction and opening protection as stair enclosures	
No change needed.	

1021	
Horizontal Exits	
	
1021.1	Horizontal exits.	Must not be the only exit from an area. A maximum of 50% of the required exits may be horizontal exits. In Group I-2, horizontal exits can comprise 2/3 of the exits. In Group I-3, horizontal exits can comprise all of the exits if six sq. ft. are provided on each side of the horizontal exit per occupant and a path to discharge is provided without having to return through the compartment of origin.	

1021.2 Separation. Requires separation by 2-hour fire walls or fire barriers that divide a floor or building into at least two compartments. Continuity of the fire-resistance must be provided.	

1021.3 Opening protectives. Self- or automatic-closing fire-rated doors required. Automatic-closing doors to be activated by smoke detectors. 		
	
7.2.4.1.2
18.2.2.5
19.2.2.5
22.2.2.5
23.2.2.5Similar; requirements for health care and detention occupancies are located in the occupancy chapters.

7.2.4.3Similar

7.2.4.3Similar
1021.4	Capacity of refuge area.	Requires three sq. ft. per occupant served. Six sq. ft. per occupant required for Group I-3; 15 sq. ft. per occupant for ambulatory Group I-2; and 30 sq. ft. per occupant for nonambulatory Group I-2. 	7.2.4.2.4
18.2.2.5
19.2.2.5
22.2.2.5
23.2.2.5Similar	
No change needed.	

1022	Exterior Exit Ramps And Stairways			
	
No related section	
No change needed.	

1022.1 Exterior exit ramps and stairways.	Requires compliance with this section. Exceptions made for exterior stairways serving stadiums where all portions of the egress are outside.	.	
	
7.2.2.6	Provides special requirements for outside stairs	
No change needed.	

1022.2 Use in a means of egress.	Exterior exit stairs are not allowed for egress from Group I-2 or for buildings more than 75= in height or exceeding six stories.
1022.2 Use in a means of egress. Exterior exit ramps and stairways shall not be used as an element of a required means of egress for occupancies in Group I-2. For occupancies in other than Group I-2, exterior exit ramps and stairways shall be permitted as an element of a required means of egress for buildings not exceeding six stories or 75 feet (22 860 mm) in height.	
		
Revise 1022.2 as noted. [1/21/04]
1022.2 Use in a means of egress. Exterior exit ramps and stairways shall not be used as an element of a required means of egress for occupancies in Group I-2. For occupancies in other than Group I-2, exterior exit ramps and stairways shall be permitted as an element of a required means of egress for buildings not exceeding four six stories or 75 feet (22 860 mm) in height.	

1022.3 Open side.	Requires at least 35 sq. ft. of open area on at least one side of exterior stairs. Open area must be at least 42@ from adjacent floor or landing.
1022.3 Open side. Exterior exit ramps and stairways serving as an element of a required means of egress shall be open on at least one side. An open side shall have a minimum of 35 square feet (3.3 m2) of aggregate open area adjacent to each floor level and the level of each intermediate landing. The required open area shall be located not less than 42 inches (1067 mm) above the adjacent floor or landing level.	
	
7.2.2.6.6	Required to be at least 50% open on one side and prevent the accumulation of smoke.
7.2.2.6.6 Openness. Outside stairs, other than existing outside stairs, shall be not less than 50 percent open on one side. Outside
stairs shall be arranged to restrict the accumulation of smoke.	
Revise 1022.3 for consistency with 7.2.2.6.6.
1022.3 Open side. Exterior exit ramps and stairways serving as an element of a required means of egress shall be not less than 50 percent open on at least one side. Outside stairs shall be arranged to restrict the accumulation of smoke.  An open side shall have a minimum of 35 square feet (3.3 m2) of aggregate open area adjacent to each floor level and the level of each intermediate landing. The required open area shall be located not less than 42 inches (1067 mm) above the adjacent floor or landing level.	

1022.4 Side yards The open side must front on a yard, court, or public way.
	
1022.5	Location.	Must be located at least 10= from lot lines or adjacent buildings on the same lot (see Section 1023.3).		

1022.6	Exterior ramps and stairway protection.	Requires the same separation from the building as vertical exit enclosures. Exceptions are based on occupancy and egress arrangement.		
	
No related section

No related section

7.2.2.6.3.1	Similar	
No change needed.	

1023 Exit Discharge		

1023.1	General.	Exit must discharge to the exterior. Re-entry to the building is prohibited. Exceptions allow up to 50% of the egress to discharge through the ground floor or vestibules if meeting specific requirements.	

1023.2 Exit discharge capacity.	Must accommodate all exits served. 	

1023.3	Exit discharge location.	Exterior balconies, stairways, and ramps must be at least 10= from lot lines or adjacent buildings on the same lot.		

1023.4 Exit Discharge Components Must be arranged to limit build-up of smoke or other products of combustion.		

1023.5 Egress Court	Must meet requirements of this section. 			
	
7.7	Discharge from Exits

7.7.1	Similar

7.7.1	Similar

No related section

No related section

No related section	
No change needed.	

1023.5.1	Width.	Width of egress courts must be at least 44@ or 36@ for Group R-3 (falling under requirements of IRC) and Group U. Width must accommodate the occupant load.		
	
7.7.1	Required to provide all occupants with safe access to a public way.	
No change needed.	

1023.5.2	Construction and openings.	Walls must be at least 1-hour fire-rated with 3/4- hour opening protection when less than 10= wide and serving 10 or more occupants.			
	
No related section	
No change needed.	

1023.6	Access to a public way.	The exit discharge must have a direct and unobstructed access to a public way. Exception: Where access to a public way cannot be provided, a safe dispersal area must be provided that is sized to accommodate at least 5 sq. ft. for each person, located on the same property at least 50= away from the building requiring egress, permanently maintained and identified as a safe dispersal area, and provided with a safe and unobstructed path of travel from the building. 		
	
7.7.1
22.2.7
23.2.7	
Exits must terminate at a public way or exit discharge. Exception detention and correctional occupancies may terminate in an exterior area of refuge. 	
No change needed.	

1024 	Assembly			
	
Chapter 12
Chapter 13	
New & Existing Assembly Occupancies	
No change needed.	

1024.1 General. Occupancies in Group A which contain seats, tables, displays, equipment or other material shall comply with this section.
1024.1.1 Bleachers. Bleachers, grandstands, and folding and telescopic seating shall comply with ICC 300.
1024.2 Assembly main exit. Group A occupancies that have an occupant load of greater than 300 shall be provided with a main exit. The main exit shall be of sufficient width to accommodate not less than one-half of the occupant load, but such
width shall not be less than the total required width of all means of egress leading to the exit. Where the building is classified as a Group A occupancy, the main exit shall front on at least one street or an unoccupied space of not less than 10 feet (3048
mm) in width that adjoins a street or public way.
provided that the total width of egress is not less than 100 percent of the required width.	
SECTION 1019
ASSEMBLY

'1019.1 Means of egress capacity
'1019.1.1 Every assembly occupancy shall be provided with a main entrance/exit. The minimum aggregate width of the main entrance for Group A occupancies shall be sufficient to accommodate 50 percent of the occupant load and shall be at the level of exit discharge or shall connect to a stairway or ramp leading to a street. Each level of a Group A occupancy shall have access to a main exit and such access shall have sufficient capacity to accommodate 50 percent of the occupant load of such levels. Where the main exit from an assembly occupancy is through a lobby or foyer, the aggregate capacity of all exits from the lobby or foyer shall be permitted to provide the required capacity of the main exit regardless of whether all such exits serve as entrances to the building.	
12.1.1
13.1.1	
Applies to assembly occupancies.

12.4.8.6.3
13.4.8.6.3	Similar
12.2.3.6
13.2.3.6	Required for all assembly occupancies.	
Replace entire text of 1024.1.1, IBC with text of 1019.1, FBC.  Also, replace entire text of 1024.2, IBC with text of 1019.1.1, FBC.  The FBC provisions provides for needed consistency with NFPA 101.	
Exception: In assembly occupancies where there is no well-defined main exit or where multiple main exits are provided, exits shall be permitted to be distributed around the perimeter of the building 	EXCEPTIONS:

1. In assembly occupancies where there is no well-defined entrance/exit, exits may be distributed around the perimeter of the building, provided the total exit width furnishes a minimum of 100 to accommodate the maximum occupant content. 
2. A bowling establishment shall have a main entrance capable of accommodating 50 percent of the total occupant load regardless of the aisles that the entrance serves.		See above.	

1024.3 Assembly other exits. In addition to having access to a main exit, each level of an occupancy in Group A having an occupant
load of greater than 300 shall be provided with additional exits that shall provide an egress capacity for at least one-half of the total occupant load served by that level and
comply with Section 1014.2.
Exception: In assembly occupancies where there is no well-defined main exit or where multiple main exits are provided, exits shall be permitted to be distributed around the perimeter of the building provided that the total width of egress is not less than 100 percent of the required width.

'1019.1.2 Each level of an assembly occupancy shall have access to a main exit and shall be provided with additional exits of sufficient width to accommodate one-half of the total occupant load served by that level. Such additional exits shall be located as far from the main entrance/exit as practicable.  Such exits shall be accessible from a cross aisle or a side aisle.

EXCEPTION: In assembly occupancies where there is no well-defined main entrance/exit, exits may be distributed around the perimeter of the building, provided the total exit width furnishes a minimum of 100 percent of the width needed to accommodate the maximum occupant content.	
12.2.3.7
13.2.3.7	Similar

12.2.5.2 Access Through Hazardous Areas. Means of egress from a room or space for assembly purposes shall not be permitted through kitchens, storerooms, restrooms, closets, legitimate stages, projection rooms, or hazardous areas as described in 12.3.2.	
Replace entire text of 1024.3, IBC with text of 1019.1.2, FBC.  The FBC provisions provide for higher consistency with NFPA 101.

Revise s. 1019 for consistency with 12.2.5.2.
Barrios move and Greiner second.
12/0

1024.4	Foyers and lobbies.	Spaces used to queue occupants until seats are available shall not diminish the required clear width of egress. Permanent separation of such spaces from egress paths and access to main exits is required.		
	
12.1.7.2
13.1.7.2	Similar; requires exits to be provided from these spaces based on three sq. ft. per person (in addition to other exits from the assembly areas).	
No change needed.	

1024.5  Interior balcony and gallery means of egress. Two means of egress required when serving over 50 people (one on each side). One must lead directly to an exit.		
	
12.2.4.5
13.2.4.5
12.2.4.6
13.2.4.6
12.2.4.7
13.2.4.7	
For mezzanines with occupant load of less than 50 people, one exit is allowed. For occupant loads between 50 and 100, two exits are required, but both can be to the floor below. For occupant loads of 100 or more, exits conforming to NFPA 7.4.1 are required.	
No change needed.	

1024.5.1 Enclosure of balcony openings.	Vertical exit enclosures required, in compliance with Section 1019.1. Exceptions are allowed for theaters, churches, and auditoriums.	

1024.6  Width of means of egress for assembly.	Aisle clear widths must meet Sections 1024.6.1-1024.6.3, depending on smoke protection.			
	
12.3.1
13.3.1	Similar; also allows stairs from lighting and access catwalks to be open, and those allowed under NFPA 8.6.8.2.

No related section	
No change needed.	

1024.6.1	Without smoke protection.	Provides detailed criteria for calculating the required egress width when seating is without smoke protection.		
	
12.2.3.1
12.2.3.2
	Allows egress width to be in accordance with Section 7.3 or 12.2.3.1. The factors modifying the width of ramps differ.	
No change needed.	

Table 1024.6.2	Width Of Aisles For Smoke-Protected Assembly Covers more than aisles, including stairs, passageways, and ramps.
	
1024.6.2.1	Smoke control.	Natural or mechanical smoke control is required for means of egress for smoke-protected seating.	

1024.6.2.2	Roof height.	Requires minimum of 15= above highest smokeprotected seating area. Exception provided for exterior canopies.		
1024.6.2.3	Automatic sprinklers.	Sprinklers are required in enclosed areas within facilities utilizing smoke-protected seating. Exceptions provided for entertainment or performance areas if the roof is at least 50= above the floor. Exceptions also made for press boxes and storage facilities less than 1,000 sq. ft. in area.	

1024.6.3	Width of means of egress for outdoor smoke-protected assembly. Provides egress factors for exit width from outdoor smoke-protected assembly seating. Requires 0.08@ per person for aisles and stairs and .006@ per person for ramps, corridors, and tunnels.		
1024.7 Travel distance.	Requires maximum travel distance of 200= in non-sprinklered buildings, and 250= in sprinklered. Exceptions are provided for smokeprotected seating (measured to the concourse or vomitory) and open-air seating (400= to the exterior).

	
Table 12.4.2.3
Table 13.4.2.3	Similar

12.4.2.1
13.4.2.1	Same

No related section

12.4.2.1
13.4.2.1	Similar; allows omission of sprinklers over performance and seating areas based on engineering analysis. No exemptions for press boxes and storage facilities.

No related section

12.2.6
13.2.6
12.4.2.8
12.4.2.9
12.4.2.10

13.4.2.8
13.4.2.9
13.4.2.10	Similar; maximum travel distance is 150= for unsprinklered and 200= for sprinklered. Smoke protected seating may have 400= to vomitory or egress  concourse.	
No change needed.	

1024.8	Common path of travel.	
Maximum common path of travel is 30=. Exceptions: If occupant load <50 occupants, the common path of travel may not exceed 75 and in smoke-protected assembly seating, the common path of travel may not exceed 50=.	
1024.8 Common path of travel. The common path of travel shall not exceed 30 feet (9144 mm) from any seat to a point where a person has a choice of two paths of egress travel to two exits.
 Exceptions:
 1.  For areas serving not more than 50 occupants, the common path of travel shall not exceed 75 feet (22 860 mm).
 2.  For smoke-protected assembly seating, the common path of travel shall not exceed 50 feet (15 240 mm).	
§1019.1.3 Common path of travel. A common path of travel shall be permitted for the 20 ft (6.1 m) from any point where serving any number of occupants and for the first 75 ft from any point where serving not more than 50 occupants.

§1019.11.2.5 Common path of travel. Smoke-protected assembly seating shall be permitted to have a common path of travel of 50 ft (15 m) from any seat to a point where a person has a choice of two directions of egress travel.
	
12.2.5.1.2
12.4.2.6

Maximum common path of travel is 20= with some exceptions.
12.2.5.1.2 A common path of travel shall be permitted for the first 6100 mm (240 in.) from any point where the common
path serves any number of occupants, and for the first 23 m (75 ft) from any point where the common path serves not
more than 50 occupants.

12.4.2.6 Smoke-protected assembly seating conforming with the requirements of 12.4.2 shall be permitted to have a common
path of travel of 15 m (50 ft) from any seat to a point where a person has a choice of two directions of egress travel.
	
Replace s. 1024.8 with FBC s. 1019.1.3 and s. 1019.11.2.5.	

1024.8.1	Path through adjacent row.	
Where one of the two paths of travel is across the aisle through a row of seats to another aisle, maximum 24 seats permitted between the two aisles, and 12@ minimum clear width between rows for the row between the two aisles plus 0.6@ for each additional seat above seven in the row between aisles. Exception: In smoke-protected assembly seating, up to 40 seats permitted between the two aisles and 12@ minimum clear width plus 0.3@ for each additional seat.	

12.2.3.2
Table 12.2.3.2
12.2.3.3
12.2.5.4.4
12.4.2.3
Table 12.4.2.3
12.4.2.4
Table 12.4.2.4

13.2.3.2
Table 13.2.3.2
13.2.3.3
13.2.5.4.4
13.4.2.4
Table 13.4.2.4
13.4.2.3
Table 13.4.2.3	
Similar	
No change needed.	

1024.9	Assembly aisles are required.	Aisles to exits or exit access doors are required. Exceptions for various configurations of seating are provided.

1024.9.1	Minimum aisle width.	Width Requirements range from 23 to 48@, depending on the configuration.	.

1024.9.2	Aisle width.	Provides requirements for sizing aisles that serve catchment areas.

1024.9.3	Converging aisles.	Combined required egress must be maintained if aisles converge.	
1024.9.4	Uniform Width	When egress is in two directions in an aisle, the width must be uniform.	
1024.9.5	Assembly aisle termination.	Aisles must end in a cross aisle or other component providing exit access. Exceptions made for limited dead ends and smoke-protected seating meeting specific requirements.		
1024.9.6	Assembly aisle obstructions.	Handrails are the only allowable obstruction to required width of aisles.	
	
1024.10	Clear width of aisle accessways serving seating.	Requires at least 12@ of clear width within rows that have 14 seats or fewer.		
	
12.2.5.4.1
13.2.5.4.1
12.2.5.4.2
13.2.5.4.2
12.2.5.4.3
13.2.5.4.3	Similar

12.2.5.6.3
13.2.5.6.3	Similar; smaller widths are permitted in existing assembly occupancies

12.2.5.4.4
13.2.5.4.4	Similar

12.2.5.4.5
13.2.5.4.5	Similar

12.2.5.4.6
13.2.5.4.6	Similar; provides exceptions for certain aisles.

No related section

12.2.5.5.2
13.2.5.5.2	Similar	
No change needed.	

1024.10.1	Dual access.	Clear width per row must be between 12 and 22@, depending on the number of seats in a row (beyond 14, width increases by 0.3@ per seat). Maximum seats allowed per row is 100. Exceptions reference Table 1024.10.1 for row length limits with a 12-inch wide aisle.	

Table 1024.10.1	Smoke-Protected Assembly Aisle Accessways Provides guidelines for maximum number of seats in a row with 12-inch minimum clearance.	Table
12.4.2.4

1024.10.2 Single access.	Clear width per row must be between 12 and 22@, depending on the number of seats in a row (beyond 7 width increases by 0.6@ per seat). Maximum travel to egress is 30=.	

1024.11 Assembly aisle walking surfaces. Aisles with slopes of 1:8 or less must be ramped and slip-resistant. Aisles with slopes greater than 1:8 must use risers and treads.	
	
12.2.5.5.4
13.2.5.5.4
12.4.2.3
13.4.2.3	Same

Table
13.4.2.4	Same

12.2.5.5.5
13.2.5.5.5	Similar

12.2.5.6.4
13.2.5.6.4	Similar
	
No change needed.	

1024.11 Assembly aisle walking surfaces. Aisles with a slope not exceeding one unit vertical in eight units horizontal (12.5-percent slope) shall consist of a ramp having a slip-resistant
walking surface. Aisles with a slope exceeding one unit vertical in eight units horizontal (12.5-percent slope) shall consist of a series of risers and treads that extends across the full
width of aisles and complies with Sections 1024.11.1 through 1024.11.3.

'1019.10.5 Aisle stairs and ramps. Aisles having a gradient steeper
than 1:20, but not steeper than 1:8, shall consist of a ramp.  Aisles with   a slope exceeding 1:8 shall have an aisle stair consisting of a series of risers and treads extending across the full width of the aisles and shall be illuminated.  Such aisles shall comply with '1019.10.5.1 through '1019.10.5.3.  The exception to '1019.10.5.3 shall not apply.	
12.2.5.6.5
13.2.5.6.5	Same
	
Similar.  No change is needed.	

1024.11.2 Risers. Where the gradient of aisle stairs is to be the same as the gradient of adjoining seating areas, the riser height shall not be less than 4 inches (102 mm) nor more than 8 inches (203 mm) and shall be uniform within each flight.
Exceptions:
1. Riser height nonuniformity shall be limited to the extent necessitated by changes in the gradient of the adjoining seating area to maintain adequate sightlines. Where nonuniformities exceed 0.188
inch (4.8 mm) between adjacent risers, the exact
location of such nonuniformities shall be indicated with a distinctive marking stripe on each tread at the nosing or leading edge adjacent to the nonuniform risers. Such stripe shall be a minimum of 1 inch (25 mm), and a maximum of 2 inches (51 mm), wide. The edge marking stripe shall be distinctively different from the contrasting marking stripe.	
'1019.10.5.2 On aisle stairs where the slope must be the same as the slope of adjoining seating areas, the riser height shall be not less than 4 inches (102 mm) nor more than 8 inches (203 mm) and it shall be uniform within each flight.

EXCEPTIONS:
1. The riser height of aisle stairs in folding and telescopic seating shall be permitted to be not less than 31/2 in. (8.9 cm) and shall not exceed 11 in. (27.9 cm).

2. Where the gradient of an aisle is steeper than 8 in. (20.3 cm) in rise in 11 in. (27.9 cm) of run to maintain necessary sight lines in the adjoining seating area, the riser height shall be permitted to exceed 8 in. (20.3 cm) but shall not exceed 9 in. (22.9 cm).	
12.2.5.6.6
13.2.5.6.6	Similar; includes exceptions for telescoping seating.	
Revise 1024.11.2, IBC, to add 1019.10.5.2, exception 1, FBC.	
2. Riser heights not exceeding 9 inches (229 mm)
shall be permitted where they are necessitated by the slope of the adjacent seating areas to maintain sightlines	3. Riser height may be nonuniform but only to the extent necessitated by changes in the slope of the adjoining seating area to maintain adequate sightlines. exceed 3/16 inch (4.8 mm) between adjacent risers, the exact location of such nonuniformities shall be indicated with a distinctive marking stripe on each tread at the nosing or leading edge adjacent to the nonuniform risers.		See above.	

1024.11.3 Tread contrasting marking stripe. A contrasting marking stripe shall be provided on each tread at the nosing or leading edge such that the location of each tread is readily apparent when viewed in descent. Such stripe shall be a minimum of 1 inch (25 mm), and a maximum of 2 inches (51 mm), wide.
Exception: The contrasting marking stripe is permitted to be omitted where tread surfaces are such that the location of each tread is readily apparent when viewed in descent.
	
'1019.10.5.3 A contrasting marking stripe shall be provided on each tread at the nosing or leading edge such that the location of each tread is readily apparent when viewed in descent.  Such stripe shall be a minimum of 1 inch (25.4 mm) wide and a maximum of 2 inches (51 mm) wide.

EXCEPTION: The marking stripe shall not be required where tread surfaces and environmental conditions under all conditions of use are such that the location of each tread is readily apparent, particularly when viewed in descent.
	
12.2.5.6.8
13.2.5.6.8	Same	
Similar.  No change is needed. 	

1024.12 Seat stability. In places of assembly, the seats shall be securely fastened to the floor.
Exceptions:
1. In places of assembly or portions thereof without ramped or tiered floors for seating and with 200 or fewer seats, the seats shall not be required to be fastened to the floor.
2. In places of assembly or portions thereof with seating at tables and without ramped or tiered floors for seating, the seats shall not be required to be fastened to the floor.
3. In places of assembly or portions thereof without ramped or tiered floors for seating and with greater than 200 seats, the seats shall be fastened together in groups of not less than three or the seats shall be securely
fastened to the floor.
	
'1019.10.1.4 Seats shall be securely fastened to the floor in assembly occupancies with occupant loads greater than 200; assembly occupancies used for theatrical or similar purposes or the display of motion pictures and all balconies, galleries, boxes, or loges.

EXCEPTIONS:

1. Restaurants, cafeterias, cafetoriums, gymnasiums, gymnatoriums and similar multi-purposes assembly occupancies.

2. Movable seating in rows with seats fastened together in groups of not less than three nor more than seven.

3. Seats in balconies, galleries, railed in enclosures, boxes or loges with level floor surfaces and having occupant loads not exceeding 14.	
	
Revise 1024.12, IBC to add 1019.10.1.4, exceptions 1-4, FBC.  	
4. In places of assembly where flexibility of the seating arrangement is an integral part of the design and function of the space and seating is on tiered levels, a maximum of 200 seats shall not be required to be fastened to the floor.  Plans showing seating, tiers and aisles shall be submitted for approval.
5. Groups of seats within a place of assembly separated from other seating by railings, guards, partial height walls or similar barriers with level floors and having no more than 14 seats per group shall not be required to be fastened to the floor.
6. Seats intended for musicians or other performers and separated by railings, guards, partial height walls or similar barriers shall not be required to be fastened to
the floor.	4. Assembly occupancies in accordance with Exceptions 1 or 3 shall not have more than 1 seat for 15 sq ft of net floor area and shall provide adequate aisles to reach exits.
		See above.	

1024.13 Handrails. Required for aisle stairs and ramps with slopes exceeding 1:15. Ramps with slopes not exceeding 1:8 with seats on both sides are not required to have handrails. Exception allowed if guards meeting graspability requirements are provided at the side of the aisle.	.	
	
12.2.5.6.7
13.2.5.6.7	Required for ramps having a gradient in excess of 1:12. Exceptions similar to IBC	
No change needed.	

1024.13.1 Discontinuous handrails.	Requires breaks 22-36@ wide in the aisle handrails at a minimum of every five rows to facilitate seating access.	

1024.13.2	Intermediate handrails. A rail 12@ below the handrail is required if the handrail is located in the middle of aisle stairs.	

1024.14 Assembly guards. Assembly guards shall comply with Sections 1024.14.1 through 1024.14.3.		

1024.14.1	Cross aisles. Guards meeting Section 1012 are required at cross aisles. If the cross aisle is less than 30@ above the adjacent floor, the guard must be at least 26@ above the floor. Exceptions exempt guard requirements if the backs of seats on the cross aisle are at least 24@ above the floor.	 
1024.14.2	Sightline-constrained guard heights. Permits an alternate railing system meeting Section 1003.2.12 if sightline of people in adjacent seating would be obstructed.

1024.14.3	Guards at the end of aisles.	Requires fascia or railing system at least 36@ above floor and at least 42@ measured between the top of the guard and the nosing of the closest tread.	
	
12.2.5.6.7
13.2.5.6.7	Same

12.2.5.6.7
13.2.5.6.7	Same

No related section

12.2.11.1.3	Similar; requirements for existing assembly varies.

12.2.11.1.1	Similar

12.2.11.1.2	Similar	
No change needed.	

1024.15	Bench seating.	Bench seating may accommodate no more than one person per 18@.	
	
Table 7.3.1.2	Same	
No change needed.	

1024.7Travel distance. Exits and aisles shall be so located that the travel distance to an exit door shall not be greater than 200 feet (60 960 mm) measured along the line of travel in nonsprinklered buildings. Travel distance shall not be more than 250 feet (76 200 mm) in sprinklered buildings. Where aisles are provided for seating, the distance shall be measured along the aisles and aisle accessway without travel over or on the seats.
Exceptions:
1. Smoke-protected assembly seating: The travel distance from each seat to the nearest entrance to a vomitory or concourse shall not exceed 200 feet (60 960 mm). The travel distance from the entrance to the vomitory or concourse to a stair, ramp or walk on the exterior of the building shall not exceed 200 feet (60 960 mm).
	
'1019.10.1.3 Travel Distance. Exits and aisles shall be so located that the travel distance to an exit door shall not be greater than 150
ft (61 m) measured along the line of travel.  Travel distance may be
increased to 200 ft (76 m) in sprinklered buildings.

EXCEPTIONS:

1. Smoke-protected assembly seating and outdoor assembly seating in accordance with '1019.11.3

2. The travel distance within an exhibit booth or exhibit enclosure to an exit access aisle shall not be greater than 50 ft (12 m).

12.2.6
13.2.6
12.4.2.8
12.4.2.9
12.4.2.10
13.4.2.8
13.4.2.9
13.4.2.10	Similar; maximum travel distance is 150= for unsprinklered and 200= for sprinklered. Smoke protected seating may have 400= to vomitory or egress concourse.	
Revise 1024.7 as follows:

1024.7Travel distance. Exits and aisles shall be so located that the travel distance to an exit door shall not be greater than 150 200 feet (60 960 mm) measured along the line of travel in nonsprinklered buildings. Travel distance shall not be more than 200 250 feet (76 200 mm) in sprinklered buildings. Where aisles are provided for seating, the distance shall be measured along the aisles and aisle accessway without travel over or on the seats.
Exceptions:
1. Smoke-protected assembly seating: The travel distance from each seat to the nearest entrance to a vomitory or concourse shall not exceed 200 feet (60 960 mm). The travel distance from the entrance to the vomitory or concourse to a stair, ramp or walk on the exterior of the building shall not exceed 200 feet (60 960 mm).	
2. Open-air seating: The travel distance from each seat to the building exterior shall not exceed 400 feet (122 m). The travel distance shall not be limited in facilities of Type I or II construction.			2. Open-air seating: The travel distance from each seat to the building exterior shall not exceed 400 feet (122 m). The travel distance shall not be limited in facilities of Type I or II construction.

	
'1019.11.3 Travel distance. The travel distance shall comply with Table 1004.  The distance shall be measured along the line of travel to an exit.  Where aisles are required, the distance shall be measured along the aisles and aisle accessway without travel over or on the seats.

EXCEPTIONS:

1. Smoke-protected assembly seating - The travel distance from each seat to the nearest entrance to an egress vomitory portal or from egress concourse shall not exceed 400 ft (61 m). The travel distance from the entrance to vomitory portal or from egress concourse to an approved egress stair, ramp or walk at the building exterior shall not exceed 200 ft (61 m).	
	
See above.	

2. Outdoor assembly seating - The travel distance from each seat to the building exterior shall not exceed 400 ft (122 m). The travel distance shall not be limited in facilities of Type I or II construction.

EXCEPTIONS:

1. Smoke-protected assembly seating - The travel distance from each seat to the nearest entrance to an egress vomitory portal or from egress concourse shall not exceed 400 ft (61 m). The travel distance from the entrance to vomitory portal or from egress concourse to an approved egress stair, ramp or walk at the building exterior shall not exceed 200 ft (61 m).
2. Outdoor assembly seating - The travel distance from each seat to the building exterior shall not exceed 400 ft (122 m). The travel distance shall not be limited in facilities of Type I or II construction.	
	
3. The travel distance within an exhibit booth or exhibit enclosure to an exit access aisle shall not be greater than 50 ft (12 m).

1024.6.2 Smoke-protected seating. The clear width of the means of egress for smoke-protected assembly seating shall
be not less than the occupant load served by the egress element multiplied by the appropriate factor in Table 1024.6.2.
The total number of seats specified shall be those within a single assembly space and exposed to the same smoke-protected
environment. Interpolation is permitted between the specific values shown. A life safety evaluation, complying with NFPA 101, shall be done for a facility utilizing the reduced width requirements of Table 1024.6.2 for smoke-protected
assembly seating.
	
'1019.11 Smoke protected assembly seating, grandstands, bleachers and reviewing stands

'1019.11.1 General
'1019.11.1.1 Scope. These provisions shall apply to buildings or structures of an assembly occupancy which provides permanent, temporary or portable seating facilities.
'1019.11.1.2 Definitions. For definitions, see Chapter 2.

'1019.11.1.3 Life safety evaluation
'1019.11.1.3.1 Where a life safety evaluation is required by other provisions of this code, it shall be done by persons acceptable to the building official.  The life safety evaluation shall include a written assessment of safety measures for conditions listed in '1019.11.1.3.2.	
12.4.2.3
13.4.2.3	Similar; requires an increase in width based on a formula when risers are greater than seven@.	
Similar.  No change is needed.	
	'1019.11.1.3.2 Life safety evaluations shall include an assessment of the following conditions and the related appropriate safety measures:			

1024.6.2.1 Smoke control. Means of egress serving a smoke-protected assembly seating area shall be provided
with a smoke control system complying with Section 909 or natural ventilation designed to maintain the smoke level at least 6 feet (1829 mm) above the floor of the means of egress.	
'1019.11.2.3 All means of egress serving a smoke-protected assembly seating area shall be provided with smoke actuated ventilation facilities or natural ventilation designed to maintain the smoke level at least 6 ft (1829 mm) above the floor of the means of egress.	
12.4.2.1
13.4.2.1	Same	
Similar.  No change is needed.	

1024.8.1	Path through adjacent row.	
Where one of the two paths of travel is across the aisle through a row of seats to another aisle, maximum 24 seats permitted between the two aisles, and 12@ minimum clear width between rows for the row between the two aisles plus 0.6@ for each additional seat above seven in the row between aisles. Exception: In smoke-protected assembly seating, up to 40 seats permitted between the two aisles and 12@ minimum clear width plus 0.3@ for each additional seat.	

12.2.3.2
Table 12.2.3.2
12.2.3.3
12.2.5.4.4
12.4.2.3
Table 12.4.2.3
12.4.2.4
Table 12.4.2.4

13.2.3.2
Table 13.2.3.2
13.2.3.3
13.2.5.4.4
13.4.2.4
Table 13.4.2.4
13.4.2.3
Table 13.4.2.3	
Similar	
No change needed.	

1024.9.1 Minimum aisle width. The minimum clear width of aisles shall be as shown:
1. Forty-eight inches (1219 mm) for aisle stairs having seating on each side.
Exception: Thirty-six inches (914 mm) where the aisle does not serve more than 50 seats.
2. Thirty-six inches (914 mm) for aisle stairs having seating on only one side.
3. Twenty-three inches (584 mm) between an aisle stair handrail or guard and seating where the aisle is subdivided by a handrail.
4. Forty-two inches (1067 mm) for level or ramped aisles having seating on both sides.
Exceptions:
1. Thirty-six inches (914 mm) where the aisle does not serve more than 50 seats.
2. Thirty inches (762 mm) where the aisle does not serve more than 14 seats.

'1019.10.2.5 The minimum clear width of aisles serving seating not at tables shall be:

1. Forty-eight inches (1219 mm) for aisle stairs having seating on each side.

EXCEPTION: Thirty-six in. (914 mm) where aisle does not serve more than 50 seats.

2. Thirty-six inches (914 mm) for aisle stairs having seating on only one side.

3. Twenty-three inches (584 mm) between an aisle stair handrail or guardrail and seating when the aisle is subdivided by a handrail. (See '1007.5.)

4. Forty-two inches (1067 mm) for level or ramped aisles having seating on both sides.

12.2.5.6.3
13.2.5.6.3	Similar; smaller widths are permitted in existing assembly occupancies.	
Revise 1024.9.1 as follows:
1024.9.1 Minimum aisle width. The minimum clear width of aisles serving seating not at tables shall be as shown:
1. Forty-eight inches (1219 mm) for aisle stairs having seating on each side.
Exception: Thirty-six inches (914 mm) where the aisle does not serve more than 50 seats.
2. Thirty-six inches (914 mm) for aisle stairs having seating on only one side.
3. Twenty-three inches (584 mm) between an aisle stair handrail or guard and seating where the aisle is subdivided by a handrail.
4. Forty-two inches (1067 mm) for level or ramped aisles having seating on both sides.
Exceptions:
1. Thirty-six inches (914 mm) where the aisle does not serve more than 50 seats.
2. Thirty inches (762 mm) where the aisle does not serve more than 14 seats.	
5. Thirty-six inches (914 mm) for level or ramped aisles having seating on only one side.
Exception: Thirty inches (762 mm) where the aisle does not serve more than 14 seats.
6. Twenty-three inches (584 mm) between an aisle stair handrail and seating where an aisle does not serve more than five rows on one side.	EXCEPTION: Thirty-six in. (914 mm) where aisle does not serve more than 50 seats.

5. Thirty-six inches (914 mm) for level or ramped aisles having seating only on one side.
6. Twenty-three inches (584 mm) between an aisle stair handrail and seating when an aisle does not serve more than five rows on one side.		5. Thirty-six inches (914 mm) for level or ramped aisles having seating on only one side.
Exception: Thirty inches (762 mm) where the aisle does not serve more than 14 seats.
6. Twenty-three inches (584 mm) between an aisle stair handrail and seating where an aisle does not serve more than five rows on one side.	

'1019.10.2.6 The minimum width of aisles serving seating at tables shall be 44 in. (1118 mm).

EXCEPTION: Thirty-six in. (914 mm) where serving an occupant load of not more than 50.	
	
Add 1019.10.2.6, FBC as a new section 1024.9.1.1, IBC.	

1024.9.5 Assembly aisle termination. Each end of an aisle shall terminate at cross aisle, foyer, doorway, vomitory or concourse having access to an exit.
Exceptions:
1. Dead-end aisles shall not be greater than 20 feet (6096 mm) in length.
2. Dead-end aisles longer than 20 feet (6096 mm) are permitted where seats beyond the 20-foot (6096 mm) dead-end aisle are no more than 24 seats from
another aisle, measured along a row of seats having a minimum clear width of 12 inches (305 mm) plus 0.6 inch (15.2 mm) for each additional seat above seven in the row.
3. For smoke-protected assembly seating, the dead-end aisle length of vertical aisles shall not exceed a distance of 21 rows.
	
'1019.10.7 Aisle termination

'1019.10.7.1 Dead-
end aisles which terminate only at one end with a cross aisle, foyer, doorway or vomitory giving access to an exit, shall be not greater than 20 ft (6096 mm) long.

EXCEPTION: A longer dead-end aisle shall be permitted where seats served by the dead-end aisle are not more than 24 seats from another aisle, measured along a row of seats having a minimum clear width of 12 inches (305 mm) plus 0.6 inch (15.2 mm) for each additional seat over a total of seven in the row.

'1019.10.7.2 Each end of a cross aisle shall terminate at an aisle, foyer, doorway or vomitory giving access to an exit.

'1019.11.6 Aisle termination
'1019.11.6.1 Aisles shall terminate at an aisle, foyer, doorway or vomitory giving access to an exit.	

	
Similar.  No change is needed.	
4. For smoke-protected assembly seating, a longer dead-end aisle is permitted where seats beyond the 21-row dead-end aisle are not more than 40 seats from another aisle, measured along a row of seats having an aisle accessway with a minimum clear width of 12 inches (305 mm) plus 0.3 inch (7.6 mm) for each additional seat above seven in the
row.	EXCEPTION: Dead-end aisles terminating at a cross aisle, foyer, doorway or vomitory giving access to an exit at only one end and meeting any of the following conditions shall be permitted: 1. Where dead-end aisles do not exceed 20 ft (6096 mm).		See above.	

2. Where there are not more than 24 seats between aisles.  The aisle accessway serving those seats shall have a minimum clear width of 12 inches (305 mm) plus 0.6 inch (15.2 mm) for each additional seat above seven in the row.
3. For smoke-protected assembly seating where there are not more than 40 seats between aisles. The aisle accessway serving those seats shall have a clear minimum width of 12 inches (305 mm) plus 0.3 inch (7.6 mm) for each additional seat above seven in the row.
4. For smoke-protected assembly seating, dead ends in vertical aisles do not exceed a distance of 21 rows.
5. When seats are without backrests, dead ends in vertical aisles do not exceed a distance of 16 rows.
6. A 16-row, dead-end aisle shall be permitted in folding and telescopic seating and grandstands.	

	
See above.	

1024.10 Clear width of aisle accessways serving seating.
Where seating rows have 14 or fewer seats, the minimum clear aisle accessway width shall not be less than 12 inches (305mm) measured as the clear horizontal distance from the back of the row ahead and the nearest projection of the row behind. Where chairs have automatic or self-rising seats, the measurement shall be made with seats in the raised position. Where any chair in the row does not have an automatic or self-rising seat, the measurements shall be made with the seat in the down position. For seats with folding tablet arms, row spacing shall be determined with the tablet arm down.

'1019.10.3 Aisle accessways

'1019.10.3.1 The aisle accessway between rows of seating shall have a clear width of not less than 12 in. (305 mm), and the minimum width shall be increased in accordance with '1019.10.3.2 and '1019.3.3 for seating not at tables and '1019.3.5 for seating at tables. The width of aisle accessways shall be the clear horizontal distance from the back of the row ahead and the nearest projection of the row behind. Where chairs have automatic or self-rising seats that comply with ASTM F 851, Test Method for Self-Rising Seat Mechanisms, the measurement shall be made with seats in the raised position. Where any chair in the row does not have an automatic or self-rising seat, the measurements shall be made with the seat in the down position. For seats with folding tablet arms, row spacing shall be determined with the tablet in the useable position.	
12.2.5.5.2
13.2.5.5.2 Similar.	
Replace entire text of 1024.10, IBC with text of 1019.10.3, FBC.  The provisions of 1019.10.3 is more consistent with NFPA 101.	
1024.10.1 Dual access. For rows of seating served by aisles or doorways at both ends, there shall not be more than 100 seats per row. The minimum clear width of 12 inches (305mm) between rows shall be increased by 0.3 inch (7.6 mm) for every additional seat beyond 14 seats, but the minimum clear width is not required to exceed 22 inches (559 mm).
Exception: For smoke-protected assembly seating, the row length limits for a 12-inch-wide (305 mm) aisle accessway, beyond which the aisle accessway minimum clear width shall be increased, are in Table 1024.10.1.	EXCEPTION: When not more than four persons are served, there shall be no minimum clear width requirement for the portion of the aisle accessway having a length not exceeding 6 ft (1.8 m) measured from the center of the seat farthest from the aisle.

'1019.10.3.2 For rows of seating not at tables served by aisles or doorways at both ends there shall be no more than 100 seats per row and the 12 in. (305 mm) minimum clear width of aisle accessways shall be increased by 0.3 inch (7.6 mm) for every  additional seat beyond 14, but the minimum clear width shall not be required to exceed 22 inches (559 mm).		See above.	

1024.10.2 Single access. For rows of seating served by an aisle or doorway at only one end of the row, the minimum clear width of 12 inches (305 mm) between rows shall be increased by 0.6 inch (15.2 mm) for every additional seat be-yond seven seats, but the minimum clear width is not required to exceed 22 inches (559 mm).
Exception: For smoke-protected assembly seating, the row length limits for a 12-inch-wide (305 mm) aisle accessway, beyond which the aisle accessway minimum
clear width shall be increased, are in Table 1024.10.1. 

	
'1019.10.3.3 For rows of seating not at tables served by an aisle or doorway at one end only, the 12 in.(305 mm) minimum clear width of aisle accessways shall be increased by 0.6 inch (15.2 mm) for every additional seat beyond seven, but the minimum clear width shall not be required to exceed 22 inches (559 mm).

'1019.10.3.4 For rows of seating not at tables served by an aisle or doorway on one end only, the path of travel shall not exceed 30 ft (9144 mm) from any seat to a point where a person has a choice of two paths of travel to two exits.

'1019.10.3.5 Aisle accessways serving seating at tables shall have a minimum clear width of 12 in. (305 mm).	

12.2.5.5.5
13.2.5.5.5	Similar	
Replace entire text of 1024.10, IBC with text of 1019.10.3, FBC.  The provisions of 1019.10.3 is more consistent with NFPA 101.	

'1019.10.3.5.1 Where nonfixed seating is located between a table and an aisle accessway, the measurement of required clear width of the aisle accessway shall be made to a line 19 in.  (48.3 cm) away from the edge of the table.  The 19 in.  (48.3-cm) distance shall be measured perpendicularly to the edge of the table.

'1019.10.3.5.2 The minimum 12 in. (305 mm) width required for an aisle accessway shall be increased by 0.5 in. (13 mm) for each additional 12 in. (305 mm) or fraction thereof beyond 12 ft (3.7 m) of aisle accessway length where measured from the center of the seat farthest from an aisle.

'1019.10.3.5.3 The path of travel along the aisle accessway shall not exceed 36 ft (10.9 m) from any seat to the closest aisle or egress doorway.	
	
Replace entire text of 1024.10, IBC with text of 1019.10.3, FBC.  The provisions of 1019.10.3 is more consistent with NFPA 101.	

1024.9.2 Aisle width. The aisle width shall provide sufficient egress capacity for the number of persons accommodated by the catchment area served by the aisle. The catchment area served by an aisle is that portion of the total space that is served by that section of the aisle. In establishing
catchment areas, the assumption shall be made that there is a balanced use of all means of egress, with the number of persons in proportion to egress capacity.

'1019.10.4 Means of egress capacity. The capacity of means of egress shall be in accordance with '1003.3.  The width of aisles and other  means of egress serving theater-type seating or similar seating arranged in rows shall provide sufficient capacity in accordance '1019.10.4.1 and '1019.10.4.2.

'1019.10.4.1 Minimum clear widths of aisles and other means of egress serving theater-type seating, or similar seating arranged in rows, shall be in accordance with Table 1019.10.4.	
	
Replace entire text of 1024.9.2, IBC with text of 1019.10.4, FBC.  The provisions of 1019.10.4 provides for more consistency with NFPA 101. 	

'1019.10.4.2 The minimum clear widths shown in Table 1019.10.4 shall be modified in accordance with all of the following:

1. If risers exceed 7 in. (17.8 cm) in height, multiply the stair width in the table by factor A, where

                   (riser height - 7 in.)
           A = 1 +
                             5

2. Stairs not having a handrail within a 30 in. (76-cm) horizontal distance shall be 25 percent wider than otherwise calculated, i.e., multiply by factor B = 1.25.

3. Ramps steeper than 1:10 slope where used in ascent shall have their width increased by 10 percent, i.e., multiply by factor C = 1.10.	
	
Replace entire text of 1024.9.2, IBC with text of 1019.10.4, FBC.  The provisions of 1019.10.4 provides for more consistency with NFPA 101. 	

EXCEPTIONS:

1. Lighting and access catwalks as permitted by '1019.4.2.

2. Grandstands, bleachers and folding and telescopic seating as permitted by '1019.11.

'1019.10.4.3 Clear width shall be measured to walls, edges of seating and tread edges except for permitted projections.

TABLE 1019.10.4
CAPACITY FACTORS

Replace entire text of 1024.9.2, IBC with text of 1019.10.4, FBC.  The provisions of 1019.10.4 provides for more consistency with NFPA 101. 	

No related section	
'1019.10.6.1 Ramped aisles having a slope exceeding 1:15 and aisle stairs shall be provided with handrails located either at the side or within the aisle width.

EXCEPTIONS:

1. Handrails are not required for ramped aisles having a slope no greater than 1:8 and having seating on both sides.

2. Handrails are not required if, at the side of the aisle, there is a guardrail that complies with graspability requirements for handrails.
	
12.2.5.6.7.1  Ramped aisles having a gradient exceeding 1 in 20 and aisle stairs shall be provided with handrails at one side or along the centerline and in accordance with 7.2.2.4.4.1, 7.2.2.4.4.5, and 7.2.2.4.4.6.

Formerly the threshold gradient was 1 in 12	
Revise FBC for consistency.

Schneider move to change slope to 1:20

See 12.2.5.6.7.5 accessible routes

Apfelbeck moved to revise FFPC,  deleting 12.2.5.6.7.5(1) and (2) and replaced with 1019.10.6.1. 
Slope greater than allowed in Chapter 11 for accessible route.
Motion withdrawn by Apfelbeck.
Glenn use language from 12.2.5.6.7.5(1) & (2) in place of exception 1 & 2 of the FBC. second by Greiner.  12/0	

SECTION 1025
EMERGENCY ESCAPE AND RESCUE
1025.1 General. In addition to the means of egress required by this chapter, provisions shall be made for emergency escape and rescue in Group Ras applicable in Section 101.2 and Group I-1 occupancies. Basements and sleeping rooms below the fourth story above grade plane shall have at least one exterior emergency escape and rescue opening in accordance with this section. Where basements contain one or more sleeping rooms, emergency egress and rescue openings shall be required in each sleeping room, but shall not be required in adjoining areas of the basement. Such opening shall open directly into a public street, public alley, yard or court.	
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'1005.4 Emergency escape and rescue openings

'1005.4.1 Every sleeping room located on the first, second and third story or within basements of Group R occupancies shall have at least one exterior emergency escape and rescue opening. The emergency escape and rescue opening shall be permitted to open into a screen enclosure, open to the atmosphere, where a screen door is provided leading away from the residence.  Such opening shall be operational from the inside without the use of special knowledge, keys or tools. 

Exception: Security and hurricane devices installed in accordance with 1008.1.3.5
	
24.2.2.3
32.2.2.3
33.2.2.3	Required for residential board and care occupancies and one and two family dwellings. An emergency escape window is acceptable as a secondary means of escape.	
Revise 1025.1, IBC to add the following provision to the end of the first paragraph of 1025.1.

The emergency escape and rescue opening shall be permitted to open into a screen enclosure, open to the atmosphere, where a screen door is provided leading away from the residence.  Such opening shall be operational from the inside without the use of special knowledge, keys or tools. 
Exception: Security and hurricane devices installed in accordance with 1008.1.3.5

	
'1005.4.2 Every room or space greater than 250 ft^2 (23.2 m^2) in Educational Occupancies used for classroom or other educational purposes or normally subject to student occupancy and every room or space normally subject to client occupancy, other than bathrooms, in Group D occupancies shall have not less than one outside window for emergency rescue that complies with the following:
1. Such windows shall be openable from the inside without the use of tools and shall provide a clear opening of not less than 20 in. (51cm) in width, 24 in. (61 cm) in height, and 5.7 ft^2 (0.53 m^2) in area.	
	
Add 1005.4.2, FBC as a new section 1025.4.1, IBC. 	

2. The bottom of the opening shall be not more than 44 in.  (112 cm) above the floor, and any latching device shall be capable of being operated from not more than 54 in.  (137 cm) above the finished floor.

Section 1020 Business

'1020.2 Doors. Egress doors shall conform to the requirements of '1012.1.2, except doors serving office areas with an occupant load of 10 or less need not be side-swinging type.

'1020.4 Handrails and guardrails. Handrails and guardrails shall be in accordance with '1007.5 and '1015.	

Add 1020, FBC as a new section 1026, IBC.	
	EXCEPTION: In areas not accessible to the public and in fully enclosed stairways in office buildings not serving an A, E or R occupancy, the clear distance between rails or ornamental pattern shall be such as to prevent the passage of a 21-inch (533 mm) diameter sphere.

'1020.5 Stairs. Spiral stairs complying with '1007.8.2 shall be permitted as a component in a means of egress.

'1020.6 Common path of travel. In Group B buildings which are sprinklered throughout, a common path of travel not exceeding 100 ft (30 m) shall be permitted.		See above.	

SECTION 1021
                      EDUCATIONAL

'1021.2 Exterior Corridors or Balconies

'1021.2.1 A corridor roofed over and enclosed on its long sides and open to the atmosphere at the ends may be considered an exterior corridor provided:

1. Clear story openings not less than one half the height of the corridor walls are provided on both sides of the corridor and above adjacent roofs or buildings, or

2. The corridor roof has unobstructed openings to the sky with the open area not less than 50 percent of the area of the roof. Openings shall be equally distributed with any louvers fixed open. The clear area of openings with fixed louvers shall be based on the actual openings between louver vanes.	
	
Add 1021, FBC as a new section 1027, IBC.	

'1021.2.2 The minimum width of such corridors shall be sufficient to accommodate the occupant load but shall in no case be less than 6 ft.

'1021.2.3 Exterior balconies or walkways complying with '1006.2.2, through '1006.2.6 shall be permitted provided the Exceptions to '1006.2.4 shall not apply.
'1021.3 Panic and fire exit hardware

'1021.3.1 Each door in a means of egress from an area of Group E occupancy having an occupant load of 100 or more may be provided with a latch or lock only if it is panic hardware or fire exit hardware, which releases when a force of no more than 15 lb (67 N) is applied to the releasing devices in the direction of exit travel. Such releasing devices may be bars or panels extending not less than one-half the width of 	
	
Add 1021, FBC as a new section 1027, IBC.	

the door and placed at heights suitable for the service required, but not less than 34 (86 cm) nor more than 48 inches (122 cm) above the floor. Whenever panic hardware is used on a labeled fire door, the panic hardware shall be labeled as fire exit hardware.

'1021.3.2 If balanced doors are used and panic hardware is required, the panic hardware shall be of the pushpad type and the pad shall not extend more than one-half the width of the door measured from the latch side.

'1021.4 Doors that swing into an exit access corridor shall be recessed to prevent interference with corridor traffic; any doors not recessed shall open 180 degrees (3.1 rad) to stop against the wall. Doors in any position shall not reduce the required corridor width by more than one half.	
	
Add 1021, FBC as a new section 1027, IBC.	

SECTION 1022
                      FACTORY-INDUSTRIAL

'1022.4 Handrails and guardrails. Handrails and guardrails shall be installed in accordance with '1007.5 and '1015.

EXCEPTION: In areas not accessible to the public in Group F, the clear distance between rails or ornamental pattern shall be such as to prevent the passage of a 21-inch (533 mm) diameter sphere.

'1022.5 Stairs. Spiral stairs complying with '1007.8.2 shall be permitted as a component in a means of egress.

'1022.6 Common path of travel. Common paths of travel in Group F and Group F Special Purpose Occupancies shall not exceed 50 ft (15 m).	

Add 1022, FBC as a new section 1028, IBC.	
	EXCEPTION: In Group F buildings which are sprinklered throughout, a common path of travel not exceeding 100 ft (30 m) shall be permitted.		See above.	

SECTION 1024
                      INSTITUTIONAL
'1024.1.3 Locks. Patient rooms or tenant space egress doors in Group I occupancies shall not be lockable.

EXCEPTIONS:

1. In places of restraint or detention.

2. Door locking arrangements without delayed egress shall be permitted in Group I Unrestrained, or portions of such occupancies, where the clinical needs of the patients require specialized security measures for their safety, provided that staff can readily unlock such doors at all times.

3. Key locking devices that restrict access from the corridor and that are operable only by staff from the corridor side shall be permitted. Such devices shall not restrict egress from the room.	
	
Add 1024, FBC as a new section 1029, IBC.	

'1024.1.7 Arrangement of Means of Egress

'1024.1.7.1 Every habitable room shall have an exit access door leading directly to an exit access corridor.

EXCEPTIONS:

1. If there is an exit door opening directly to the outside from the room at ground level.

2. Patient sleeping rooms shall be permitted to have one intervening room if the intervening room is not used as an exit access for more than eight patient sleeping beds.

3. Special nursing suites shall be permitted to have one intervening room where the arrangement allows for direct and constant visual supervision by nursing personnel.

4. For rooms other than patients' sleeping rooms, one or more adjacent rooms shall be permitted to intervene in accordance with '1024.1.7.7.	
	
Add 1024, FBC as a new section 1029, IBC.	

'1024.1.7.2 Any patient sleeping room, or any suite that includes patient sleeping rooms, of more than 1000 sq ft (93 sq m) shall have at least two exit access doors remotely located from each other.

'1024.1.7.3 Any room or any suite of rooms, other than patient sleeping rooms, of more than 2500 sq ft (230 sq m) shall have at least two exit access doors remotely located from each other.

'1024.1.7.4 Any suite of rooms that complies with the requirements of '1024.1.7.2 shall be permitted to be subdivided with nonfire-rated, noncombustible or limited-combustible partitions.

'1024.1.7.5 Intervening rooms shall not be hazardous areas as defined by '409.1.5.

'1024.1.7.6 Suites of sleeping rooms shall not exceed 5000 sq ft (460 sq m). 	
	
Add 1024, FBC as a new section 1029, IBC.	

'1024.1.7.7 Suites of rooms, other than patient sleeping rooms, shall not exceed 10,000 sq ft (930 sq m).

'1024.1.7.8 Suites of rooms, other than patient sleeping rooms, shall be permitted to have one intervening room if the travel distance within the suite to the exit access door is not greater than 100 ft (30 m) and shall be permitted to have two intervening rooms where the travel distance within the suite to the exit access door is not greater than 50 ft (15 m).

'1024.1.7.9 Every corridor shall provide access to at least two approved exits without passing through any intervening rooms or spaces other than corridors or lobbies.

'1024.1.7.10 Every exit or exit access shall be arranged so that no corridor, aisle or passageway has a pocket or dead end exceeding 20 ft.	
	
Add 1024, FBC as a new section 1029, IBC.	

'1024.1.8 Travel Distance

'1024.1.8.1 Travel distance shall not exceed that specified in Table 1004.

'1024.1.8.2 Travel distance shall comply with '1024.1.8.2.1 through '1024.1.8.2.4.

'1024.1.8.2.1 The travel distance between any room door required as an exit access and an exit shall not exceed 150 ft (45 m).

'1024.1.8.2.2 The travel distance between any point in a room and an exit shall not exceed 200 ft (60 m).

'1024.1.8.2.3 The travel distance between any point in a health care sleeping room and an exit access door in that room shall not exceed 50 ft (15 m).	
	
Add 1024, FBC as a new section 1029, IBC.	

'1024.1.8.2.4 The travel distance between any point in a suite of sleeping rooms as permitted by '1024.1.7 and an exit access door of that suite shall not exceed 100 ft (30 m) and shall meet the requirements of '1024.1.8.2.2

'1024.2.6 Measurement of travel distance to exits. Travel distance shall be determined in accordance with 1004, but shall not exceed:

1. One hundred ft (30 m) between any room door required as exit access and an exit.

2. One hundred fifty ft (46 m) between any point in a room and an exit.

3. Fifty ft (15 m) between any point in a sleeping room and the door of that room.	
	
Add 1024, FBC as a new section 1029, IBC.	
	EXCEPTIONS:

1. The travel distance above may be increased by 50 ft (15 m) in rooms other than sleeping rooms when the building is protected throughout by an approved automatic sprinkler system or smoke control system.
2. The maximum permitted travel distance shall be increased to 100 ft (30m) in sprinklered or unsprinklered open dormitories where the enclosing walls of the dormitory space are of smoketight construction. Where travel distance to the exit access door from any point within the dormitory exceeds 50 ft (15 m), a minimum of two exit access doors remotely located from each other shall be provided.		Same as above.	

'1024.2.10 Stairs

'1024.2.10.1 Spiral stairs meeting the requirements of '1007.8.2 are permitted for access to and between staff locations.

'1024.2.10.2 Alternating tread stairways meeting the requirements of '1007.8.4 and '1007.8.5 are permitted for access to and between staff locations subject to occupancy by no more than three persons all capable of using the alternating tread stairway.

'1024.2.10.3 Solid risers, intermediate handrails, latticework or similar facilities required by '1007.1.2 and '1015.3 which would interfere with visual supervision of residents are not required.	
	
Add 1024, FBC as a new section 1029, IBC.	

SECTION 1025
                      MERCANTILE
'1025.3 Stairs. Spiral stairs complying with '1007.8.2 shall be permitted as a component in a means of egress.

'1025.4 Handrails and guardrails. Handrails and guardrails shall be installed in accordance with '1007.5 and '1015.

EXCEPTION: In areas not accessible to the public and in fully enclosed stairways in Group M not serving a Group A, E or R Occupancy, the clear distance between rails or ornamental pattern shall be such as to prevent the passage of a 21-inch (533 mm) diameter sphere.

'1025.5 Common path of travel. In Group M buildings which are sprinklered throughout, a common path of travel not exceeding 100 ft (30 m) shall be permitted.	
	
Add 1025, FBC as a new section 1030, IBC.	

SECTION 1026
RESIDENTIAL

'1026.6 Stairways, not part of the required means of egress, providing access from the outside grade level to the basement in Group R3 Occupancies shall be exempt from 1007 when the maximum height from the basement finished floor level to grade adjacent to the stair does not exceed 8 ft (2438 mm) and the grade level opening to the stair is covered by hinged doors or other approved means.
'1026.7 Common path of travel. In Group Rl and R2 occupancies no common path of travel shall exceed 35 ft (10.7 m). Travel within a guest room, guest suite or dwelling unit shall not be included when calculating common path of travel.
EXCEPTION: In buildings protected throughout by an approved, automatic sprinkler system a common path of travel shall not exceed 50 ft (15 m).	
	
Add 1026, FBC as a new section 1031, IBC.	

SECTION 1027
STORAGE

'1027.1.3 Aircraft Servicing Hangars

'1027.1.3.1 Exits from aircraft servicing areas shall be provided at intervals of not more than 150 ft (45 m) on all exterior walls. There shall be a minimum of two means of egress from each aircraft servicing area. Horizontal exits through interior fire walls shall be provided at intervals of not more than 100 ft (30 m) along the wall.

EXCEPTION: Dwarf or "smash" doors in doors used for accommodating aircraft shall be permitted for compliance with these requirements.	
	
Add 1027, FBC as a new section 1032, IBC.	
	'1027.1.3.2 Means of egress from mezzanine floors in aircraft servicing areas shall be arranged so that the maximum travel distance to reach the nearest exit from any point on the mezzanine shall not exceed 75 ft (23 m). Such means of egress shall lead directly to a properly enclosed stair discharging directly to the exterior, to a suitable cutoff area or to outside stairs.

	
'1027.4 Stairs. Spiral stairs complying with '1007.8.2 shall be permitted as a component in a means of egress.

'1027.5 Handrails and guardrails. Handrails and guardrails shall be installed in accordance with '1007.5 and '1015.

EXCEPTION: In areas not accessible to the public in Group S, the clear distance between rails or ornamental pattern shall be such as to prevent the passage of a 21-inch (533 mm) diameter sphere.

'1027.6 Common path of travel

'1027.6.1 In S1 Storage occupancies common path of travel shall not exceed 50 ft (15 m).

EXCEPTION: Common paths of travel shall not exceed 100 ft (30 m) in buildings protected by an approved automatic sprinkler system.	
	
Add 1027, FBC as a new section 1032, IBC.	
	'1027.6.2 In S2 Storage occupancies common paths of travel shall not be limited.
'1027.6.3 A common path of travel for the first 50 ft (15 m from any point shall be permitted in parking structures.			

SECTION 1028
                      DAY-CARE

'1028.1 Panic and fire exit hardware

'1028.1.1 Any door in a required means of egress from an area having an occupant load of 100 or more persons shall be permitted to be provided with a latch or lock only if it is panic hardware or fire exit hardware which releases when a force of no more than 15 lb (67 N) is applied to the releasing devices in the direction of exit travel. Such releasing devices may be bars or panels extending not less than one-half the width of the door and placed at heights suitable for the service required, but not less than 34 (86 cm) nor more than 48 inches (122 cm) above the floor. Whenever panic hardware is used on a labeled fire door, the panic hardware shall be labeled as fire exit hardware.	
	
Add 1028, FBC as a new section 1033, IBC.	

'1028.1.2 If balanced doors are used and panic hardware is required, the panic hardware shall be of the pushpad type and the pad shall not extend more than one-half the width of the door measured from the latch side.

'1028.2 Doors and Corridors

'1028.2.1 Every room or space with an occupant load of more than 50 persons or an area of more than 1000 sq ft (93 sq m) shall have at least two exit access doorways as remotely located from each other as practicable. Such doorways shall provide access to separate exits, but where egress is through corridors, they shall be permitted to open onto a common corridor leading to separate exits located in opposite directions.	
	
Add 1028, FBC as a new section 1033, IBC.	
	'1028.2.2 Where the two exit accesses from a day-care occupancy in an apartment building enter the same corridor as the apartment occupancy, the exit accesses shall be separated in the corridor by a smoke barrier having not less than a 1-hr fire resistance rating constructed in accordance with '704.2.1.5. The smoke barrier shall be located so that it has an exit on each side.
		Add 1028, FBC as a new section 1033, IBC.	

'1028.2.3 Doors designed to be normally closed shall comply with
'705.1.3.2.3.

'1028.2.4 Every interior corridor shall be constructed of walls having not less than a 1-hr fire resistance rating. 

'1028.3 Travel Distance (FBC)

'1028.3.1 Maximum travel distance shall be in accordance with Table 1004 and the following:

1. The travel distance between any room door intended as an exit access and an exit shall not exceed 100 ft (30 m); and

2. The travel distance between any point in a room and an exit shall not exceed 150 ft (45 m); and	
	
Add 1028, FBC as a new section 1033, IBC.	
	3. The travel distance between any point in a sleeping room and an exit access door in that room shall not exceed 50 ft (15 m)   

 EXCEPTION: The travel distance in 1 and 2 above may be increased by 50 ft (15 m) in buildings protected throughout by an approved supervised automatic sprinkler system.

'1028.4 Illumination and marking of means of egress. Illumination and marking of means of egress shall comply with '1016.

'1028.5 Emergency lighting. Emergency lighting in accordance with '1016.2 shall be provided in the following areas:

1. Interior stairs and corridors.

2. Normally occupied spaces.

EXCEPTION: Administrative areas, general classrooms, mechanical rooms and storage areas.		Add 1028, FBC as a new section 1033, IBC.	

3. Flexible and open plan buildings.

4. Interior or windowless portions of buildings.

5. Shops and laboratories.

'1028.6 Special means of egress features. Every room or space normally subject to client occupancy, other than bathrooms, shall have at least one outside window for emergency rescue and ventilation. Such window shall be openable from the inside without the use of tools and shall provide a clear opening of not less than 20 in. (51 cm) in width, 24 in. (61 cm) in height, and 5.7 sq ft (0.53 sq m) in area. The bottom of the opening shall be not more than 44 in. (112 cm) above the floor. The clear opening shall permit a rectangular solid, with a minimum width and height that provides the required 5.7 sq ft (0.53 sq m) opening and a minimum depth of 20 in. (51 cm), to pass fully through the opening.	
	
Add 1028, FBC as a new section 1033, IBC.	

EXCEPTIONS:

1. In buildings protected throughout by an approved, automatic sprinkler system.

2. Where the room or space has a door leading directly to the outside of the building.

'1028.7 Flexible plan and open plan buildings. In day-
care occupancies, each room occupied by more than 300 persons shall have two or more means of egress entering into separate atmospheres. If three or more means of egress are required, not more than two of them shall enter into a common atmosphere.
'1028.8 Group day-care homes means of escape requirements.	
	
Add 1028, FBC as a new section 1033, IBC.	
	'1028.8.1 The provisions of Chapter 10 shall be applicable to means of escape in day-care homes except as modified in this section.

'1028.8.2 In group day-care homes, every story occupied by clients shall have not less than two remotely located means of escape. Maximum travel distance shall be as specified at '1028.3.		Add 1028, FBC as a new section 1033, IBC.	

'1028.8.3 In group day-care homes, every room used for sleeping, living or dining purposes shall have at least two means of escape, at least one of which shall be a door or stairway that provides a means of nobstructed  travel to the outside of the building at street or ground level.  The second means of escape may be a window in accordance with '1028.6.  No room or space that is accessible only by a ladder or folding stairs or through a trap door shall be occupied for living or sleeping purposes.

'1028.8.4 In group day-care homes where spaces on the story above the story of exit discharge are used by clients, at least one means of escape shall be an exit discharging directly to the outside. The second means of escape may be a window in accordance with '1028.6.	
	
Add 1028, FBC as a new section 1033, IBC.	

'1028.8.5 In group day-care homes where clients occupy a story below the level of exit discharge, at least one means of escape shall be an exit discharging directly to the outside.  The second means of escape may be a window in accordance with '1028.6.  No facility shall be located more than
one story below the ground.  In day-care homes, any stairway to the story above shall be cut off by a fire barrier containing a door that has at least a 20 minute fire protection rating and is equipped with a self- closing device.

'1028.8.6 In group day-care homes, every room or space normally subject to client occupancy, other than bathrooms, shall have at least one outside window for emergency rescue and ventilation complying with '1028.6.	
	
Add 1028, FBC as a new section 1033, IBC.	

EXCEPTIONS:

1. In buildings protected throughout by an approved, automatic sprinkler system.

2. Where the room or space has a door leading directly to the outside of the building.

'1028.8.7 Where the two exit accesses from a group day-
care home in an apartment building enter the same corridor as the apartment occupancy, the exit accesses shall be separated in the corridor by a smoke barrier having not less than a 1-hr fire-resistance rating constructed in accordance with '704.2.1.5 The smoke barrier shall be located so that it has an exit on each side.	
	
Add 1028, FBC as a new section 1033, IBC.	

SECTION 1029
BOILER, FURNACE AND MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT ROOMS

'1029.1 Single means of egress. Stories used exclusively for boilers, furnaces or mechanical equipment shall be permitted to have a single means of egress where the travel distance to an exit on that story does not exceed the common path of travel stipulated at '1029.2.

'1029.2 Common path of travel. Boiler rooms, furnace rooms, mechanical equipment rooms and similar spaces shall have a common path of travel not exceeding 50 ft (15 m).	
	
Add 1029, FBC as a new section 1034, IBC.	
	EXCEPTIONS:

1. In buildings protected throughout with an approved automatic sprinkler system boiler rooms, furnace rooms, mechanical equipment rooms and similar spaces shall be permitted to have a common path of travel not exceeding 100 ft (30 m).

2. Mechanical equipment rooms with no fuel-fired equipment shall be permitted to have a common path of travel not exceeding 100 ft (30 m).		Add 1029, FBC as a new section 1034, IBC.