ANSI/AWI SMA 0643-2021 - Wood Stair, Handrail, and Guard Systems

5.3 Surface Categories

5.3.1 Exposed

a) Defined as all exterior and interior surfaces exposed to view.

5.3.2 Semi-Exposed

a) Defined as surfaces that are generally neither visible nor accessible to the building occupants and/or general public but can be made visible or accessible by the movement of a component.

5.3.3 Concealed

a) Defined as surfaces that are neither visible nor accessible to the building occupants and/or general public under normal circumstances.