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MirrorsĪ toilet and bathing room mirror should be mounted so that the bottom edge of the reflecting surface is not more than 40” above the floor if above a sink or countertop or 35” if there is no object below. It is also necessary for toilet and bathing rooms to comply with the requirements set forth in Chapter 4 - Accessible Routes, such as those found in Section 404 for doors and doorways. Sections 604.8.1 & 2 contain additional requirements, including those for size, doors, and toe clearance, depending upon whether the toilet compartment is wheelchair or ambulatory accessible. of force, and it is important to make sure any decorative flanges are attached properly to the wall with no sharp edges. Grab bars should be able to support 250 lbs. They must be spaced 1½” from the wall, a minimum of 1½ “ from a projecting object below, and at least 12” from an object projecting above a grab bar. The Standards require grab bars be installed in a horizontal position, 33” minimum and 36” maximum above the floor measured to the top of the gripping surface. Grab bars should be stationary in their fittings, with no looseness or tendency to revolve. Please see Section 609.2.2 for non-circular grab bar requirements. Most grab bars in toilet rooms are circular and need to have an outside diameter of 1¼” minimum and 2” maximum and be 1½” from the wall. The grab bars on the rear wall must be a minimum of 36”, extend at least 12” on one side from the toilet centerline, and must be at least 24” on the other side. The side wall grab bars must be at least 42” long, placed no more than 12” from the rear wall, and be a minimum of 54” in length from the rear wall. In toilet compartments, there must be grab bars on the side wall next to the toilet and the rear wall. A defined clear floor space to allow for a side or forward approach to the toilet must be available at all times, meaning it is not permitted to be obstructed by a sink, garbage can, or another object. The clear floor space under the sink is no longer permitted to be used as part of the toilet clear floor space. The flush control shall be located on the open side. Also, the water closet, measured perpendicular from the rear wall, must be a minimum of 56” deep for wall mounted units and a minimum of 59” deep for floor mounted units to allow wheelchair access. There must be a clearance around a toilet of a minimum of 60” from a side wall. It is necessary to check the Chapter 3 requirements for t-shaped turning spaces, door swings, and clear floor space. The toilet should be installed with the top of the seat between 17” and 19” above the floor and located between 16” and 18” from the side wall to the center line, unless it is regarded as an ambulatory accessible toilet compartment that must be between 17” to 19” from the side wall.Ī toilet room must provide a turning space of a minimum of a 60” in diameter to allow someone in a wheelchair to properly maneuver. The 2010 ADA Standards have very specific requirements for toilet location, clearances, and size. Contact Burnham to learn how we can work with you to make a safe and accessible bathroom for all.
#WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE BATHROOM CODE#
It is necessary to review the relevant code sections for a complete understanding of the requirements that's why we offer Code Consulting Services. In describing the ADA bathroom requirements below, we are only highlighting some of the most important provisions. Other parts of the Standards are also important for designing and building bathrooms, such as Sections 308 - Reach Ranges 309 - Operable Parts 404 - Doors, Doorways, and Gates and 216.8 & 703 - Signs. Most of the technical requirements for toilets and bathing rooms may be found in ADAAG’s Chapter 6: Plumbing Elements and Facilities. These rules include the United States Access Board’s 2004 ADA Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG). To prevent such discrimination, it is necessary to comply with the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design (2010 ADA Standards or Standards), the rules implementing Title III of the ADA. The ADA’s Title III prohibits places of public accommodation and commercial facilities from discriminating against people with disabilities. Non-compliance with the ADA’s requirements may prevent bathroom use by people with disabilities or cause injuries, and owners of properties who do not comply with the ADA’s bathroom requirements may invite compliance actions and lawsuits. It is essential to comply with the federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) toilet and bathing room requirements.