Photoluminescent Obstruction Markings

Obstruction Markings within interior exit stairways of high rise buildings are required by the following building and fire codes:

IBC/IFC 2009, 2012 section 1024.2.5
IBC/IFC 2015 section 1025.2.5
NYC LL 141 Section 1024.2.5
NYC LL26 RS 6.1 Section 2.2.5
NFPA 101 section 7.2.2.5.5.5

IBC 2015 section 1025.2.5 Code Requirements

Obstacles at or below 6 feet 6 inches (1981 mm) in height and projecting more than 4 inches (102 mm) into the egress path shall be outlined with markings not less than 1 inch (25 mm) in width comprised of a pattern of alternating equal bands, of luminous material and black, with the alternating bands not more than 2 inches (51 mm) thick and angled at 45 degrees (0.79 rad). Obstacles shall include, but are not limited to, standpipes, hose cabinets, wall projections, and restricted height areas.

Photoluminescent Obstruction Markings

IBC 2015 section 1025.2.5 Code Requirements

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