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Toilet rooms: fixture and transfer clearances

Toilet-room layouts, water-closet transfer spaces, grab bars, lavatories and accessible toilet compartments.

AccessibilityAnthropometry & ergonomics
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Chapter 6: Plumbing Elements and Facilities Toilet Rooms Portable Toilet Units Where portable single user toilet units are provided, including at temporary events, access is required to at least 5% in each cluster (213.2, Ex. 3). Compliant units must be labeled by the International Symbol of Accessibility (ISA). Portable units must meet all requirements for toilet rooms that apply, including fixture clearances, turning space, and door maneuvering clearances. An accessible route and entrance are required to serve portable units. Ramps necessary for changes in level must fully comply, and entrance landings must be sized to accommodate door maneuvering clearances and ramp landings. Compliance with all other applicable provisions for water closets, including those for grab bars and clearance, is required. Other requirements for toilet rooms, such as door maneuvering clearance (not shown) and turning space also apply. 22

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