# Strength Requirements

**Top rail/guard/handrail**\
Should withstand 200 pounds of force in any direction at the top.

**Infill**\
Should withstand 50 pounds of force spread over a 12 inch × 12 inch area.

**Engineer’s perspective**\
Load compliance is about the system as installed rather than individual components. Always install per Viewrail instructions and use the specified fasteners/anchors for the surface you’re attaching the system to.


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