Finish TradesQuestion 285 of 700
Glazing in the wall of a bathtub or shower enclosure is a hazardous location. Safety glazing is required where the bottom exposed edge of the glazing is less than ____ above the standing surface.
a.18 inches
b.36 inches
c.60 inches
d.84 inches
Explanation
Glazing in tub and shower walls is a hazardous location requiring safety glazing when its bottom edge is less than 60 inches above the standing or drain surface, because a wet, slippery occupant could fall against it. 18 and 36 inches understate the regulated zone, and 84 inches overstates it.
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