2.26 | Ramps that allow persons using wheelchairs to move independently shall not exceed a slope of 8% (1:12). |
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2.27 | Landings designed to accommodate larger chairs and scooters (able to open door without backing onto ramp). Landings must be min 1200 mm long. |
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2.28 | Handrails provided at two heights with unobscured view between. Handrail height should be 900 mm and another at a height of 700 mm |
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2.29 | Two continuous handrails on both sides of steps, one at 90 cm and one at 70 cm are required |
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2.30 | Handrails extend horizontally beyond last stair and terminate to wall or ground |
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2.31 | The toilets location should be visible sign indicating in accessible format (e.g. Braille, Contrasting colors |
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2.32 | Each toilet for persons with wheelchair should have an unobstructed turning space of at least 150 cm × 150 cm to enable a person using a wheelchair to manoeuver |
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2.33 | the total dimension of the toilet is at least 175 cm × 200 cm |
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2.34 | The minimum number of students’ toilet cubicles that should be provided for the use of girls and boys in a 25 classrooms double shift boys and girls school is 25 toilet cubicles |
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2.35 | the door handles should be positioned at a height of between 85 cm and 110 cm |
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2.36 | The toilet seat a height should be between 46 - 48 cm |
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2.37 | Handrails should be fixed on the wall next to the toilet seat at the exact height. |
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2.38 | water taps should be easy to reach and use for children with different disabilities |
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2.39 | toilet paper reachable without leaning too far off toilet |
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Interior Building Elements | |||
3.1 | Space for persons using wheelchairs to sit/park in all public seating areas, including companion seating (without blocking walk through areas) |
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3.2 | Level wheelchair seating area (in theatres, lecture halls, sports arenas etc.), to also include companion seating and unobstructed views |
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3.3 | Glass doors or partitions include a contrasting strip of color across at eye-level |
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3.4 | All alarm systems to include an audible and visual signal (e.g., flashing light) |
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Furniture | |||
4.1 | Furniture should only be placed outside the main path of travel (inside or outside) and is detectable by someone who uses a cane |
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4.2 | There should be good color contrast between street furniture and background surfaces (generally, grey colors should be avoided as they blend into the general background) |
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4.3 | Variety of benches should be provided (some including a back and an arm rest) |
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