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What is NYC BC § 411.7?

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This section outlines the requirements for exit marking in amusement buildings, specifying the installation of exit signs and directional markings. These markings must be compliant with UL 1994 and become visible in emergencies, activated by fire detection and sprinkler systems. Applies to building owners of amusement facilities.

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411.7 Exit marking.

BC § 411.7

Exit signs shall be installed at the required exit or exit access doorways of amusement buildings in accordance with this section and Section 1013 of this code. Approved directional exit markings listed in accordance with UL 1994, shall also be provided. Where mirrors, mazes or other designs are utilized that disguise the path of egress travel such that they are not apparent, approved low-level exit signs that comply with Section 1013.5 of this code, and directional path markings shall be provided and located not more than 8 inches (203 mm) above the walking surface and on or near the path of egress travel. Such markings shall become visible in an emergency. The directional exit marking shall be activated by the automatic fire detection system and the automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 907.2.12.2.

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