Commercial Building Inspector B2Public Safety and Special ConstructionMedium
During the construction of a new multi-story commercial building, a temporary enclosure is erected around the perimeter of the building at the ground level to protect the public from falling debris. According to IBC 3306.2, what is the minimum required height for this temporary protective enclosure when located less than 10 feet (3048 mm) from the building?
- A8 feet (2438 mm)
- B6 feet (1829 mm)
- C12 feet (3658 mm)
- D10 feet (3048 mm)
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: A. 8 feet (2438 mm)
IBC 3306.2.1 states that fences or other protective barriers located 10 feet (3048 mm) or less from the building shall not be less than 8 feet (2438 mm) in height.
Why the other options are wrong
- B. 6 feet is too low for a protective barrier near a construction site.
- C. 12 feet is higher than the minimum required height.
- D. 10 feet is sometimes a height for larger overhead protection, but not the minimum for a simple fence.
Construction Public Protection Barrier Height
Temporary protective barriers (fences or enclosures) located 10 feet or less from a construction site must be at least 8 feet (2438 mm) high to protect the public from hazards.
- Applies to construction adjacent to public ways.
- Height requirement is for barriers close to the building.
- Protects against falling debris and unauthorized entry.
Memory trick: Eight feet high, when the public's nigh.