What should be the maximum slope of a fire truck lane in buildings?
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According to regulations, the maximum slope of a fire truck lane should not exceed 8%. Here are specific details about fire truck lanes: 1. Requirements for fire truck lanes: According to national laws and regulations, newly constructed buildings should reserve dedicated fire lanes to ensure unobstructed evacuation routes, safety exits, and fire truck lanes. Roads within blocks should accommodate fire truck passage, with the distance between road centerlines not exceeding 160.0m. When the length of a building along a street exceeds 150.0m or the total length exceeds 220.0m, a fire truck lane passing through the building should be established. If this is difficult, a circular fire truck lane should be set up. For buildings with enclosed courtyards or atriums, if the short side length exceeds 24.0m, a fire truck lane leading into the courtyard or atrium should be established. 2. Additional regulations: When the slope between a site's motor vehicle lane and a city road is steep, a buffer section should be provided without occupying city road space. In particularly difficult terrain with steep slopes, the road gradient should not exceed 11%, with a slope length not exceeding 100m, and anti-slip measures should be implemented on the road surface.
I've been doing property maintenance in residential communities for several years and have encountered many issues with the slope of fire lanes. According to regulations, the slope should not exceed 8%. If it's too steep, fire trucks may struggle to climb or lose control when descending, which can lead to accidents. Once, there was a fire at a resident's home, and the fire truck's tires slipped on the steep slope, nearly delaying the firefighting efforts. The key to slope control is ensuring vehicle stability. Fire trucks are very heavy, and a slope exceeding 8% uphill increases engine strain, while downhill poses a high risk of brake failure. During design, a level should be used to measure the slope, and strict checks must be conducted during project acceptance. I recommend that property management conduct regular inspections, especially after the rainy season when ground settlement is rapid. If the slope exceeds the standard, timely repairs are necessary. New urban regulations emphasize this point—safety first to avoid tragedies.
