§ 47.234. Metal railings other than pipe.
(a) Angle. Metal railings other than pipe shall be of a section at least equal in strength to that of 1 1/2 by 1 1/2 by 3/16 inch angles. Reference should be made to Plate 2 of the Appendix.
(b) Midrails. The middle railings shall be of a section at least equal in strength to the minimum requirement for top railings.
(c) Posts. The posts or uprights shall be of a section at least equal in strength to the minimum requirements for railings. Posts which are an integral part of the under or over structure are acceptable if they meet the spacing requirements of § 47.232 (relating to construction) and strength requirements of § 47.233 (relating to pipe railings).
Cross References This section cited in 34 Pa. Code § 47.235 (relating to wood railings).
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