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Each stairway, except a stairway in a machinery or storage space, and each exterior inclined ladder must be at least 70 centimeters (28 inches) wide with an angle of inclination from the horizontal of not more than 50 degrees, except that special consideration may be given to the installation if a 70 centimeters (28 inch) width is impracticable.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Code of Federal Regulations Title 46. Shipping § 46.108.159 Stairways and exterior inclined ladders - last updated January 02, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/cfr/title-46-shipping/cfr-sect-46-108-159/
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