2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design

TECHNICAL CHAPTER 10: RECREATION FACILITIES Figure 1002.4.4.3 Protrusions in Wheelchair Spaces in Amusement Rides 1002.4.5 Ride Entry. Openings providing entry to wheelchair spaces on amusement rides shall be 32 inches (815 mm) minimum clear. 1002.4.6 Approach. One side of the wheelchair space shall adjoin an accessible route when in the load and unload position. 1002.4.7 Companion Seats. Where the interior width of the amusement ride is greater than 53 inches (1345 mm), seating is provided for more than one rider, and the wheelchair is not required to be centered within the amusement ride, a companion seat shall be provided for each wheelchair space. 1002.4.7.1 Shoulder-to-Shoulder Seating. Where an amusement ride provides shoulder-to- shoulder seating, companion seats shall be shoulder-to-shoulder with the adjacent wheelchair space. EXCEPTION: Where shoulder-to-shoulder companion seating is not operationally or structurally feasible, compliance with this requirement shall be required to the maximum extent practicable. 1002.5 Amusement Ride Seats Designed for Transfer. Amusement ride seats designed for transfer shall comply with 1002.5 when positioned for loading and unloading. 226 - 2010 Standards: Titles II and III Department of Jus2ti6c3e Titles II and III - 2010 Standards - 197