hughdint
Member
I just became aware of the requirement for grab bars at tubs and showers that are in the Life Safety Code (NFPA 101) Section 30.2.1.3; Section 24.2.8.
There horizontal grab bar requirement is similar to the lower horizontal bar in ANSI, but the LSC vertical grab bar is in conflict with the ANSI vertical grab bar in its relationship to the edge of the tub/shower.
I am suggesting placing the vertical grab bar outside of the tub/shower 9"-12" as per the locations mandated in LSC 24.2.8.2.1(4). This section does not say which side of the face the grab bar should be placed (inside or outside the tub), but the pictures in the LSC show it inside the tub, so I am not sure that this is allowed.
What are other folks doing to address this?
This is for a project in GA, which uses 2003 ANSI & 20018 LSC.
There horizontal grab bar requirement is similar to the lower horizontal bar in ANSI, but the LSC vertical grab bar is in conflict with the ANSI vertical grab bar in its relationship to the edge of the tub/shower.
I am suggesting placing the vertical grab bar outside of the tub/shower 9"-12" as per the locations mandated in LSC 24.2.8.2.1(4). This section does not say which side of the face the grab bar should be placed (inside or outside the tub), but the pictures in the LSC show it inside the tub, so I am not sure that this is allowed.
What are other folks doing to address this?
This is for a project in GA, which uses 2003 ANSI & 20018 LSC.