13-160-540 Escalators – Type.

   Escalators shall be of the horizontal tread type operating in the direction of travel.

(Prior code § 67-14.2)

13-160-550 Escalators – Rise.

   An escalator flight shall have a vertical travel of not more than 35 feet.

(Prior code § 67-14.3)

13-160-560 Escalators – Angle of inclination.

   The angle of inclination of an escalator shall not exceed 30 degrees from the horizontal.

(Prior code § 67-14.4)

13-160-570 Escalators – Protection.

   Escalators serving as required exits shall be enclosed and protected as required for stairways in Section 15-8-120.

(Prior code § 67-14.5)

13-160-580 Exterior stairs.

   Exterior stairs required as a means of exit shall comply with all applicable requirements for interior stairs and with the provisions of Sections 13-160-590 to 13-160-620, inclusive.

(Prior code § 67-15)

13-160-590 Exterior stairs – Treads and risers.

   Solid risers shall not be required. Treads and landings shall be solid except for openings required for drainage.

(Prior code § 67-15.1)

13-160-600 Exterior stairs – Opening protectives.

   Except in residential units, all openings within 15 feet of an exterior stair shall be protected with fire doors, windows or shutters complying with the requirements of Section 15-8-070.

(Prior code § 67-15.2)