Codeman,
If a set of steps (4 risers) is 26' wide are intermediate rails required? I have heard 6' but I can not find a code reference in the 2006 IRC.
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chris mc wrote:IRC.
R311.5.6 Handrails. Handrails shall be provided on at least one side of each continuous run of treads or flight with four or more risers.
1012.8 Intermediate handrails. Stairways shall have intermediate handrails located in such a manner 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.
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