Entrances, doors and gates: approach clearances

Chapter 4: Accessible Routes Entrances, Doors, and Gates Components of Accessible Entrances Communication Systems (§230) Designation (§216.6) Two-way communication systems, where International Symbol of Accessibility provided, must be equipped with visual and label (not required if all public a udible signals and compliant as operable parts entrances are accessible) Doors and Doorways (§206.5.1) At least one compliant door or doorway Accessible Route (§206.3) Security Barriers (§206.8) Accessible route to entrance from site Bollards and other security arrival points and located in the same barriers cannot obstruct area as general circulation paths accessible routes Directional Signs at Inaccessible Entrances (§216.6) Signs indicating the location of the nearest accessible entrances are required at each inaccessible public entrance. These signs must include the International Symbol of Accessibility and note direction. Additional content or text is not specified, but can be helpful. It is advisable to locate signs in a manner that minimizes back-tracking. 2