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Operable parts: reach ranges and controls
Forward and side reach guidance for accessible controls, switches and other operable parts, including obstructed reaches.
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- U.S. Access Board
- Edition
- Access Board guide to the 2010 ADA standards
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- 10 of 10 PDF pages
AccessibilityAnthropometry & ergonomics
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Chapter 3: Building Blocks Operable Parts
Examples of Operable Parts in Kitchens
Electrical outlets, switches, and faucet Exempt: HVAC diffusers and dedicated
controls are required to comply. electrical or communication receptacles.
Appliance controls and handles to Controls on elements outside reach range, such
accessible storage are also covered as range hoods, require provision of a second
as operable parts. control.
If redundant controls (other than light switches)
are provided for an element, one control in each
space is not required to comply.
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