Roof Access Bulkhead

Parkline roof bulkheads are most often used for the penetration of hvac duct work or for the ventilation of an area with exhaust fans.

Roof access bulkhead.

Wall mount ladder w handrail 6 15 ft alaco h60 60 degree ships stair type roof hatch access ladder. A conduit or pipe may cross such clear path in accordance with fc504 4 7. Compared to the use of ladders a roof hatch can make economical and practical roof access. Choose from our selection of roof access ladders including wall mount ladders ladder cages and more.

In stock and ready to ship. Bilco roof hatches provide safe and convenient access to roof areas by means of an interior ladder ship stair or service stair. In many cases they are combined with critical structural framing to support roof mounted equipment. When equipment is to be added by others these cutouts are fitted with a temporary cover as shown in this image.

A 6 to 15 foot long ladder with 5 15 16 inch wide steps wall mount brackets 1 1 4 inch od aluminum handrails. In buildings four or more stories or more than 40 feet 12 192 mm in height above grade one stairway shall extend to the roof surface through a stairway bulkhead complying with section 1509 2 unless the roof has a slope steeper than 20 degrees 0 35 rad. Such clear path shall afford reasonable access to bulkhead doors fire escapes access ladders cockloft vents skylights scuttles and shafts. When planning access to building rooftops roof hatch installation is very effective.

Access to setback roof areas may be through a door or window opening to the roof. Moreover hatches have components that contribute to a safe and convenient rooftop entry and exit such as a secure grip or handle and an automatic locking feature.