Observation: Railings on wood deck contain slivers in exposed areas.
Performance Standard: Railings on wood decks shall not contain slivers longer than 1/8 inch in exposed areas at the time the job is accepted.
Corrective Measure: The remodeler will repair railings as necessary to remove slivers prior to acceptance of the job. Repair of slivers after acceptance of the job is an owner’s maintenance responsibility.
Discussion: Slivers can develop from weathering of unprotected wood. Proper finishing of wood surfaces helps prevent slivers from forming.
