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run (tread depth)

In French: giron

Definition

The horizontal depth of a step, from one nosing to the next. A run that is too short leaves no room for the foot.

Also called

  • going
  • tread

Other names in French

  • profondeur de marche

Sources

  1. CCOHS summarizes the code values: run of 255 to 355 mm.

    Escaliers : prévention contre les chutes · Centre canadien d'hygiène et de sécurité au travail (CCHST)