N.M. Code R. § 14.9.4.33 – Emergency Exits

A. Boilers shall be so located and so equipped that egress is provided to permit safe and quick escape of any person in case of emergency; this shall include suitable and sufficient permanent stairs or ladders from boiler tops and elevated appurtenances and appliances which are located more than eight (8) feet above the floor, walkway or platform nearest thereto, except water columns and gauge glasses.
B. Water columns or gauge glasses which are located over ten (10) feet above the floor or a walkway shall be provided with a suitable platform beneath them, which need not be provided with a permanent means of egress.
[1-1-98; 14.9.4.33 NMAC - Rn, 14 NMAC 9.4.33, 08-01-03]