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    Are loads on guards and handrails factored loads?

    This is from Ontario building code part 4: -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4.1.5.14. Loads on Guards and Handrails ... (a) a concentrated load not less than 0.9 kN applied at any point and in any...
    • sunyaer
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    • guard handrail live load
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    • Forum: Canada
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    Retaining Wall Guard Requirement

    Please tell me if my logic and reasoning is correct: The scope of the IRC code states it applies to the construction of "accessory structures" Accessory structures are defined as "a structure that is accessory to and incidental to that of the dwelling and that is located on the same lot" And...
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