2.26

Ramps that allow persons using wheelchairs to move independently shall not exceed a slope of 8% (1:12).

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.

Handrails

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

2.29

Two continuous handrails on both sides of steps, one at 90 cm and one at 70 cm are required

2.30

Handrails extend horizontally beyond last stair and terminate to wall

or ground

Toilets

2.31

The toilets location should be visible sign indicating in accessible format (e.g. Braille, Contrasting colors

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

2.33

the total dimension of the toilet is at least 175 cm × 200 cm

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

2.35

the door handles should be positioned at a height of between 85 cm and 110 cm

2.36

The toilet seat a height should be between 46 - 48 cm

2.37

Handrails should be fixed on the wall next to the toilet seat at the exact height.

2.38

water taps should be easy to reach and use for children with different disabilities

2.39

toilet paper reachable without leaning too far off toilet

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)

3.2

Level wheelchair seating area (in theatres, lecture halls, sports arenas etc.), to also include companion seating and unobstructed views

3.3

Glass doors or partitions include a contrasting strip of color across at eye-level

3.4

All alarm systems to include an audible and visual signal (e.g., flashing light)

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

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)

4.3

Variety of benches should be provided (some including a back and an arm rest)