CODES ID 3326
hinge approach pull side clearance:
60'' min perpendicular to doorway, 36'' minimum parallel to doorway: D
what is the minimum diameter for turning in a T shaped space?
60'' square minimum with arms and base 36'' minimum wide. each arm of the T shall be clear of obstructions 12'' minimum in each direction and the base shall be clear of obstructions 24'' minimum
water supply and drain pipes must be ________ or other wise made to protect against contact, and have no sharp or abrasive surfaces under sinks
insulated
what are the requirements for drinking fountains and clear floor space?
units shall have a clear floor or ground space complying with 305 positioned for a forward approach and centered on the unit. Knee and toe clearance complying with 306 shall be provided. All units should comply with the protruding objects rule
what are the regulations when it comes to changes in level in a space?
vertically, the change in level can be 1/4 inch MAX
accessible routes shall consist of one of more of the following components:
walking surfaces with a running slope not steeper than 1:20, doorways, ramps, curb ramps excluding the flared sides, elevators, and platform lifts
what hand should water closets be arranged for?
both right and left hand approach
front approach pull side clearance:
60'' min perpendicular to doorway, 18'' min parallel to doorway: A
how many wheelchair spaces are required for general of 4-25 people? 26-50 people? 51-150 people?
1, 2 , 4
exceptions to obstructed high reach heights:
1. The top of washing machines and clothes dryers shall be permitted to be 36'' maximum above the finish floor. 2. Operable parts of fuel dispensers shall be permitted to be 54'' maximum measured from the surface of the vehicular way where fuel dispensers are installed on existing curbs.
exceptions to the accessible route rule for restaurants:
1. buildings that dont require acc route between stories dont have to have an acc route to a mezzanine dining area where it contains less thatn 25% of total dining area 2. in alterations, an acc route shall not be required to existing raised/sunken areas, as long as the rest of the place is the same as those areas 3. sports facilities, tiered dining areas shall be required to have acc routes serving at least 25% of the dining area if each tier provides the same services
exceptions to door requirements:
1. in alterations, a projection of 5/8'' max into the required clear width shall be permitted for the latch side stop 2. door closers and door stops shall be permitted to be 78'' minimum AFF
common use circulation paths within employee work areas shall comply with the accessible guidelines but have what exceptions?
1. less than 1000 sq ft 2. work areas that are an integral component of work area equipment 3. exterior employee work areas that are fully exposed to the weather all do not need to comply to the employee work areas guidelines
what is the minimum diameter for turning in a circular space?
60'' circle and shall include knee and toe clearance
in U shaped kitchens, what is the clearance minimum?
60'' min for U shaped kitchen
exceptions to multi story acc route rule:
1. private buildings less than 3 stories or less than 3000 sq ft unless it's a shopping mall, terminal, health care provider office, etc 2. where a two story public building has one story w an occupant load of 5 or fewer ppl 3. detention and correctional facilities 4. residential facilities 5. multi story lodging guest rooms 6. air traffic control towers 7. historic buildings
means of egress shall comply with IBC codes EXCEPT:
1. where means of egress are permitted to share a common path of egress travel 2. areas of refuge are not required in detention and correctional facilities
hand operated metering faucets shall remain open for _____ seconds minimum
10
where should the centerline of the water closet be from the side wall or partition?
16'' minimum to 18'' maximum away from the side wall or partition
in the ambulatory acc toilet compartment, what is the min/max of how far away it can be from the side wall or partition?
17'' min to 19'' max; for ambulatory acc toilet
for loading and unloading on a slope, how steep can the slope be?
1:48 slope when in load and unload position
a knee clearance of ____ inches minimum above the finish floor shall be permitted in lavatories and sinks used primarily by 6-12 year old children where the rim or counter surface is 31 inches maximum above the finish floor
24''
check out aisles require what height for check writing tables and what other accommodation?
28'' minimum and 34'' maximum + turning radius of 60''
in residential unit kitchens,sinks that are adjustable to variable heights, 29'' min and 36'' max shall be permitted where rough in plumbing permits connections of supply and drain pipes for sinks mounted at the height of ______ inches.
29"
the clear floor or ground space shall be _________ inches minimum by ________________ inches minimum.
30''x48''
what is the minimum measurement for clear floor space?
30''x48''
what are the requirements for dining surfaces?
30''x48'' forward approach space, 17''x25'' toe clearance except 24'' toe clearance is permitted, tops of TABLES AND COUNTERS HAVE MIN 28'' HEIGHT AND MAX 34'' HEIGHT
lavatories and sinks shall be installed with the front of the higher of the rim or counter surface _____ inches maximum aff
34'' MAX
operable parts of door and gate hardware shall be how high from the ground?
34'' minimum and 48'' maximum is how high a latch or handle should be aff for a door or gate
Mirrors not located above lavs or countertops shall be installed with the bottom edge of the reflecting surface ______ maximum above the finish floor
35'' for mirrors not located above lavs or countertops
THE CLEAR WIDTH OF WALKING SURFACES SHALL BE
36'' MINIMUM
The other drinking fountain must have spout outlets for people standing to be _____ min and _____ max aff
38'' min, 43'' max
One drinking fountain must have its flow of water be ____ high maximum and be located ______ maximum front of the unit
4'' high, 5'' front
mirrors regulations shall be installed with the bottom edge of the reflecting surface _____ inches maximum above the finish floor
40'' for bottom edge of reflective surfaces
what is the minimum for a pass through kitchen width?
40'' minimum for kitchen pass throughs; must have two entries
hinge approach push side clearance:
42'' min perpendicular, 22'' min parallel to doorway: F
depth of wheelchair space for assembly area
48 inches deep minimum when its entered from front of rear, and where it can only be entered from the side the space shall be 60'' minimum
front approach push side, door provided with both closer and latch clearance:
48'' min perpendicular to doorway, 12'' min parallel to doorway: C
where sinks are provided, at least _____ percent but no fewer than one percent, of each type provided in each acc room/space shall comply with ADA requirements
5%
how many wheelchair spaces are required for 151-300 people? 301-500 people?
5, 6
how many wheelchair spaces are required for 501-5000 people? 5001 and over?
6, plus 1 for each 150, of fraction thereof between 501 and 5000 36, plus 1 for each 200, or fraction thereof over 5000
what percent of all public entrances must have clear width of 32'' minimum, openings more than 24'' deep shall provide a clear opening of 36'' minimum, and no projections into the required clear opening width lower than 34'', and projections into the clear opening width between 34'' and 80'' AFF shall not exceed 4''?
60
what are the requirements for dressing and locker rooms?
60'' turning space, no doors that swing in unless the clear space allows for that, benches, and coat hooks and shelves in the correct ranges (15'' min, 48'' max; shelves 40'' min, 48'' max aff)
multi story buildings are required to have at least _____ acc route that connects each story/mezzanine
ONE
what are the requirements for treads and risers?
Risers shall be 4 inches high minimum and 7 inches high maximum. Treads shall be 11 inches deep minimum
No fewer than _______ drinking fountains shall be provided
TWO
line of sight between seated heads:
Where spectators are provided lines of sight over the shoulders and between the heads of spectators seated in the first row in front of their seats, spectators seated in wheelchair spaces shall be afforded lines of sight over the shoulders and between the heads of seated spectators in the first row in front of wheelchair spaces.
line of sight over STANDING heads
Where standing spectators are provided lines of sight over the heads of spectators standing in the first row in front of their seats, spectators seated in wheelchair spaces shall be afforded lines of sight over the heads of standing spectators in the first row in front of wheelchair spaces.
is the door and gate opening force the same? if so what is the measurement?
YES theyre both 5 lbs maximum force needed to open
what are the regulations when it comes to beveled surfaces?
a change is level can be 1/2'' total - 1/4'' vertical plus 1/4'' beveled
what defines a firm surface?
a firm surface resists deformation by either indentations or particles moving on its surface
exceptions for clear floor space for drinking fountains
a parallel approach complying with those rules is permitted for children's use where the spout is 30'' max above the floor and is 3 1/2'' max from the front edge of the unit, including bumpers
telephones with a volume control shall have
a pictogram of a telephone handset with radiating sound waves on a square field
what defines a slip resistant surface?
a slip resistant surface provides sufficient frictional counterforce to the forces exerted in walking to permit safe ambulation (getting out of bed, light physical activity)
what defines a stable surface?
a stable surface is one that remains unchanged by contaminants or applied force, so when the contaminant or force is removed, the surface returns back to its original condition.
dimensions that are not stated as maximum or minimum are ___________
absolute
site arrival points are required to be what?
accessible at least from one route within the site from acc parking spots and acc passenger loading zones; public streets and sidewalks' and public transportation stops to the acc building they serve
who are the technical requirements in the ada guidelines for, and what elements use their anthropometrics?
adults and children, water fountains, water closets, toilets, lavs and sinks, dining and work surfaces
where does there have to be an accessible route in restaurants and cafeterias?
all dining areas, including raised or sunken dining areas, and outdoor dining areas
PASSING SPACES SHALL OCCUR AT WHAT INTERVALS OR WHAT DIMENSIONS?
an acc route with a clear width LESS than 60'' shall provide passing spaces at intervals of 200 Feet maximum. passing spaces shall be at either: a space 60''x60'' minimum, or an intersection of two walking surfaces providing a t shaped space where the base and arms extend 48'' minimum beyond the intersection
exceptions to parallel approach side reaches:
an obstruction shall be permitted between the clear floor or ground space and the element where the depth of the obstruction is 10'' maximum. Operable parts of fuel dispensers shall be permitted to be 54'' maximum measured from the surface of the vehicular way where fuel dispensers are installed on existing curbs.
back support for benches:
back support shall be 42'' long min and shall extend from a point 2 inches maximum above the seat surface to a point 18 inches minimum above the seat surface. Back support shall be 2 1/2 inches maximum from the rear edge of the seat measured horizontally.
in residential dwelling units, ____________ shall be permitted under lavatories and kitchen sinks as long as the cabinets can be removed, the finish floors extends under it, and the walls behind and surrounding are finished.
cabinetry
what are the regulations regarding carpet?
carpet or carpet tile shall have PILE HEIGHT SHALL BE 1/2 INCH MAXIMUM!! and be securely attached and shall have a firm cushion, pad, or backing or no cushion or pad; have a level or textured loop, level cut pile, or level cut/uncut pile texture.
what are the regulations when it comes to changes in level with RAMPS?
changes in level greater than 1/2'' high shall be ramped, and comply with
when a high reach is obstructed, what shall the clear floor space extend to and what are the max/min height and depth?
clear floor space shall extend beneath the element for a distance NOT less than the required reach depth over the obstruction. high forward reach: 48'' maximum where reach depth is 20'' maximum. where the reach depth exceeds 20'' the high forward reach shall be 44'' max and the reach depth shall be 25'' max
requirements of public entrances:
clear width of 32'' minimum, openings more than 24'' deep shall provide a clear opening of 36'' minimum, and no projections into the required clear opening width lower than 34'', and projections into the clear opening width between 34'' and 80'' AFF shall not exceed 4''
______ ________ should be located within one of the acc reach ranges
coat hooks
when do you have to use the reach range table when designing for children?
coat hooks, lockers, or operable parts that are mostly used by children
what should the distance be between the doors/gates in a series?
distance between two hinged or pivoted doors in a series of gates or doors is 48'' minimum PLUS the width of the doors or gates swinging into the space
for doorways, what is the clear width requirement?
door openings shall have a clear width of 32 inches minimum
general fitting and dressing and locker rooms are required to have at least 5 but no fewer than 1 percent of _________________________
each type of use in each cluster provided shall comply with 803
what is the exception to the 4'' protrusion rule?
handrails, they can protrude 4 1/2''
Residential Dwelling Units Provided by Entities Subject to HUD Section 504 Regulations have to comply with what rules?
have at least one acc route that connects all spaces and elements that are part of a dwelling unit. when only one route is provided, it shall not pass through bathrooms, closets, or similar spaces. all rooms served by the acc route must provide a 60'' turning radius; exception is no turning space required in exterior spaces 30'' max in depth OR width
when a forward reach is obstructed, what should the high forward reach and low forward reach be?
high forward reach: 48'' maximum low forward reach: 15'' minimum
where a clear floor space allows a PARALLEL approach, what is the high side reach and low side reach?
high side reach 48'' max and low side reach 15'' min
exceptions to the site arrival points rules?
historic buildings are not required to comply in acc routes of site arrival points, and if the only means of access between them is a vehicular way with no pedestrian access
exception to water fountain compliances:
if one fountain complies with both rules, it can be substitute for having two separate water fountains
Exceptions for handrails on stairs/ramps
in assembly areas, there doesnt need to be one on both sides of the stairs/ramp, as long as there is one provided at either side or within the aisle width
a lavatory in a toilet room or bathing facility for a single occupant accessed only through a private office and not for public use shall NOT be required to provide ________ and _______ clearances
knee and toe
no more than one bowl of a multi bowl sink shall be required to follow what clearances?
knee and toe clearances
what are the exceptions for fire alarm systems?
medical care facilities shall be permitted to be in accordance with industry practice
what is the minimum height of the top of the reflective surface for a single full-length mirror (accommodates more people including children)?
minimum height for full length mirrors is 74 inches aff
what does equivalent facilitation mean?
nothing in the ada requirements states that you cannot use a different design, product, or technology to create accessibility as long as it's equivalent or greater accessibility and usability
how should hardware on a door or gate be operable?
operable with one hand and not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist, force required should be 5 lbs max
The dip of the ___________ shall not be considered in determining knee and toe clearances
overflow
a __________ approach shall be permitted to a kitchen sink in a space where a cook top or conventional range is not provided and to wet bars
parallel
what are the requirements for fire alarm systems?
permanently installed audible and visible alarms, sound level no more than 110 dB at the minimum hearing distance form the audible appliance; alarms in guest rooms required to have communication features
location of water closet has to be what?
positioned with a wall or partition to the rear and to one side
signs shall have:
raised characters in braille, not have sharp or abrasive edges if they are meant to be touched, all uppercase characters
signs shall also have:
sans serif characters, not any unusual fonts or styles, proportional lettering, 5/8 inches minimum character height vertical and 2 inches maximum
a lavatory in a toilet/bathing area accessed only through a private office shall/shall not comply with the rules about rim/counter height
shall NOT
__________ shall be located 40'' minimum and 48'' maximum aff
shelves
what is the minimum width of wheelchair spaces in assembly areas?
single wheelchair - 36 inches min wide and where two wheelchairs spaces are provided each shall be 33 inches minimum wide
floor and ground surfaces shall be ____________, ___________, and __________ resistant
stable, firm, and SLIP resistant. exceptions are areas of sport activity
obstructed high reach height requirements:
the height of an obstruction shall be 34'' max and the depth shall be 24'' max for unobstructed high reach. the high side reach shall be 48'' max for a depth of 10'' max. Where the reach depth exceeds 10'' the high side reach shall be 46'' max for a reach depth of 24'' max.
assistive listening systems shall have
the international symbol of access for hearing loss
exception to the handrail rule about 4'':
the sloping portions of handrails serving stairs and ramps shall not have to comply
protruding objects shall only protrude 4'' maximum horizontally into circulation paths IF:
they are objects with leading edges more than 27 inches and not more than 80 inches above the finish floor or ground
What are the general requirements for handrails for walking surfaces, ramps, and stairs?
they are required on ramp runs with a rise greater than 6 inches and on certain stairways; not required on walking surfaces w running slopes less than 1:20
exception to character signage rules:
where separate raised and visual characters with the same information are provided, raised character height shall be permitted to be 1/2 inch (13 mm) minimum.
line of sight in stadiums and assemblies shall comply with these seated head rules:
where spectators are provided lines of sight over the heads of spectators seated in the first row in front of their seats, spectators seated in wheelchair spaces shall be afforded lines of sight over the heads of seated spectators in the first row in front of wheelchair spaces.
