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What is NYC BC § 1029.19.1?

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This section classifies exit access doorways and exits into three classes based on their usage and access to safe areas or exterior spaces. Class 1 includes doorways used for normal entry, while Class 2 and Class 3 pertain to other types of exits. Applies to building owners ensuring compliance with exit access regulations.

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1029.19.1 Classification of exit access doorways and exits.

BC § 1029.19.1

For the purposes of Section 1029.19, exit access doorways and exits shall be classified as follows: 1. Class 1 – Exit access doorways and exits that are used for normal entry to the assembly space, and that open directly to a safe area or to an open exterior space.

2.Class 2 – Exit access doorways and exits that are not used for normal entry to the assembly space, and that open directly to a safe area or to an open exterior space.

3.Class 3 – Exit access doorways and exits that open from the assembly space into corridors, exit passageways or vertical exits.

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