Dock stair handrail Q.

[SCBO1]

Dock on a government building not over 30" off grade. A precast set of stairs was set adjacent to the dock and a handrail at 36" was installed on the outside edge with no guard protection. Does this meet code?

Is a dock considered to be a platform? Can't fine much info on a loading dock, a code section would help!

pc1

 

[Coug Dad]

If you are less than 30 inches above grade, a guardrail would not be required.

 

[gbhammer]

2009 ibc section 1013.1 gaurds

 

[SCBO1]

Thanks gb,

1013.1, the railing that is there is not required by code therefore not needing any additional guards. Exception 1 is the only place the word DOCK appears.

pc1

 

[fatboy]

Correct, guard not required.

 

[Big Mac]

Less than 30", a guard is not required, but a code compliant handrail is required for the stair.

 

[mark handler]

Less than 30", a guard is not required, but a code compliant handrail is required for the stair.

Also required per OSHA