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3308.7.2 Height of Railings and Toeboard
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Toprails, midrails, and toeboards shall be located as follows:
- The top of the toprail shall be located at a height of 39 to 45 inches (991 and 1143 mm) above the floor.
- The midrail shall be located at a height approximately midway between the toprail and the floor, or where more than one midrail is utilized, each shall be located equidistant from each other, the floor, and the toprail.
- The toeboard shall be at least 31/2 inches (89 mm) high and shall be installed so that there is not more than a 1/4 inch (6 mm) gap between the floor and the bottom of the toeboard.
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