Intent 1:
To supersede the requirements of Sentences 3.4.3.2.(8) and 3.4.3.3.(1), and permit a reduction in the width of exits resulting
from handrails and construction below handrails if the width reduction
is limited to a small reduction.
This is to limit
the probability that an exit will be substantially reduced in width,
which could lead to:
- insufficient width to permit efficient egress in an
emergency situation, which could lead to delays in the evacuation
or movement of persons to a safe place, which could lead to harm to
persons, and
- emergency responders being delayed in gaining access
to floor areas in an emergency situation, which could lead to delays
or ineffectiveness in emergency response operations, which could lead
to delays in the evacuation or movement of persons to a safe place,
which could lead to harm to persons.