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Interior Glazing

Safety glazing (tempered glass, laminated glass or impact resistant plastic) is not required at this interior window (18sf glazed area). Which of these satisfies conditions for using non-safety glazing?
A. Within 36 inches horizontally of a walking surface
B. Bottom edge is less than 60" above the plane of the adjacent walking surface
C. 1 1/2 in protective bar between 34 and 38 inches on accessible side
D. Exposed area of the pane is greater than 9 sf

AnswerC. 1 1/2 inch protective bar between 34-38 inches on accessible side. In this case, safety glazing is not required.
ARE 4.0 exam prep: BDCS

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