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2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design

The Department of Justice’s scoping and technical accessibility requirements for facilities covered by the ADA.

AccessibilityAnthropometry & ergonomics
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CHAPTER 10: RECREATION FACILITIES TECHNICAL Figure 1009.3.3 Handrails for Sloped Entry 1009.4 Transfer Walls. Transfer walls shall comply with 1009.4. 1009.4.1 Clear Deck Space. A clear deck space of 60 inches (1525 mm) minimum by 60 inches (1525 mm) minimum with a slope not steeper than 1:48 shall be provided at the base of the transfer wall. Where one grab bar is provided, the clear deck space shall be centered on the grab bar. Where two grab bars are provided, the clear deck space shall be centered on the clearance between the grab bars. Figure 1009.4.1 Clear Deck Space at Transfer Walls Department of Justice 2010 Standards: Titles II and III - 247

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