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Clear floor space and turning space
Illustrated guidance on wheelchair clear floor spaces, approaches, alcoves and turning spaces around interior fixtures and furniture.
- Publisher
- U.S. Access Board
- Edition
- Access Board guide to the 2010 ADA standards
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- 11 of 11 PDF pages
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Chapter 3: Building Blocks Clear Floor or Ground Space and Turning Space
Maneuvering for Turns
Maneuvering for 180 degree turns
varies by person and the mobility aid
used. An efficient way of turning
using a manual wheelchair is to turn
the wheels in opposite directions for a
pivoting turn. Some power chairs also
may permit tight circular turns.
A three-point turn is common when using scooters and other motorized devices that
have a larger turning radius.
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