I understand all that Ben. Can you link the documents on the video page so we can find them easily.
I’ve watched her once all the way thru and have skipped back and forth a couple of other times. NOW, I understand the difference between the 4" and the 4 3/8". It had confused me before.
I look forward to more videos of this type. BUT, please, link the companion documents directly on the video page. I had trouble finding the companion document you mention.
You got it!
Ben,
You fasiled to answer the question. I see many non-continuous handrails where a wall jog is seen. Though I point it out, the AHJ says its fine.
Additionally, I still fail to see where a turnout at the lowest tread has anything to do with a continuous handrail. The turnout is typically installed at the starting point. That was the crux of the question that started this discussion.
Joe,
Even with a jog in the wall, the handrail should be continuous. Without twisting the fingers or releasing. www.stairways.org has a great document with a “jogged” handrail picture.
“Continuous” is measured, like Paige demonstated in her video, from a point directly above the top riser of a flight to a point directly above the lowest riser. The use of a volute, for example, may not bring the handrail to a point directly above the lowest riser. They typically curve outwards coming short of that point.
I find “knowing exceptions to the rules” very useful in this profession.
There are two ways to use the video-companion checklist. 1) import all of the information (component details and narratives) into your reporting method. 2) Read the checklist while the video is playing.
Ben, it is a good video. To read the checklist why it is playing you must watch it twice. Maybe you could put the link or a copy of the list at the beginning so we could copy it and read while we watch.
Got it.
I think Bill Gates wrote once something like “My greatest source of learning came from customers who weren’t completely satisfied.”
Thanks.
Ok here is one way to link the file.
Old Wiki experiment page put to use.
Ithe PDF is some sort of ICC reference , but is very good.
PDF stairs
Another good link
http://www.stairways.org/