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The Ontario Building Code | Escalators and Moving Walks

9.8.1.4. Escalators and Moving Walks

(1) Escalators and moving walks shall conform to the appropriate requirements in Part 3.

9.8.2. Stair Dimensions

In Plain Language

Escalators and moving walks, where used, must meet the requirements referenced in this article, addressing their safe design and installation.

This is a plain-language summary of the 2012/2017 Ontario Building Code text above, for general understanding only and not a substitute for the Code. Always confirm current requirements against the 2024 edition (O.Reg. 163/24) or a qualified professional before construction.