Shoreline Management Plan - Louisville District - U.S. Army

c. Walkways shall be kept free from mud, ice, snow, grease, or any
other materials, obstructions, or tripping hazards which would render
them unsafe to the person using them. Access walkways shall have even,
non-skid surfaces. Carpeting shall not be permitted.
d. Walkways shall be above the water at all times and shall be
adequately secured to other walkways or other appropriate floating
structures.
e. Access walkways from shore to dock should be constructed in such
a manner as to allow persons with disabilities access.
5. Handrails.
a. Handrails shall be provided on all stairways and walkways.
b. Handrails shall be 42 inches in height, with an intermediate
rail approximately 22 inches in height.
c. Handrails must be capable of withstanding loads of 200 pounds
applied in any direction at any point with a minimum of deflection.
They must be structurally sound, maintained at any point with a minimum
of deflection and a minimum size of 2 inch by 4 inch, or equivalent
strength material. Posts for handrails shall be spaced on no more than
8 foot centers. Handrails shall be smooth-surfaced with no protruding
uprights posts.
6. Fire Protection.
a. A fully charged A-B-C dry chemical fire extinguisher of not less
than 10 pounds in capacity shall be located within a 50-foot radius of
travel on every dock.
b. All fire extinguishers must be inspected by the owner on a
monthly basis to insure that they are fully charged and in operating
condition.
c. Immediate notification of the nearest fire department in the
event of fires shall be an established operating procedure. Emergency
numbers shall be posted on a conspicuous place near each fire
extinguisher.
d. Combustible waste material and residues shall be kept to a
minimum, stored in covered metal receptacles, and disposed of daily.
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