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A carpenter is installing a guard for a deck that is 760 mm above grade. What is the minimum required height for the top of the guard above the deck surface, according to the NBC 2020?

For decks, platforms, and ramps serving a single dwelling unit where the walking surface is not more than 1800 mm above the adjacent ground or floor level, the

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Question: A carpenter is installing a guard for a deck that is 760 mm above grade. What is the minimum required height for the top of the guard above the deck surface, according to the NBC 2020?

Answer options: ✅ 900 mm

  • 1070 mm
  • 760 mm
  • 1200 mm

Correct answer: 900 mm

Explanation: For decks, platforms, and ramps serving a single dwelling unit where the walking surface is not more than 1800 mm above the adjacent ground or floor level, the guard must be at least 900 mm high. If it were over 1800 mm high, or for other occupancies, it would be 1070 mm.

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