FIGURES IN BUILDINGS AND FACILITIES GUIDELINES


bulletTable 1 - Graphic Conventions

bulletFigure 1 Minimum Clear Width for Single Wheelchair

bulletFigure 2 - Minimum Clear Width for Two Wheelchairs

bulletFigure 3 - Wheelchair Turning Space

bulletFigure 3a - 60-in (1525 mm) Diameter Space
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Figure 3b T-Shaped Space for 180 Degree Turns

bulletFigure 4 - Minimum Clear Floor Space for Wheelchairs

bulletFigure 4a Clear Floor Space
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Figure 4b Forward Approach
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Figure 4c Parallel Approach
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Figure 4d Clear Floor Space in Alcoves
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Figure 4e Additional Maneuvering Clearances for Alcoves

bulletFigure 5 Forward Reach

bulletFigure 5a High Forward Reach Limit
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Figure 5b Maximum Forward Reach over an Obstruction

bulletFigure 6 Side Reach

bulletFigure 6a Clear Floor Space - Parallel Approach
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Figure 6b High and Low - Side Reach Limits
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Figure 6c Maximum Side reach over Obstruction

bulletFigure 7 - Accessible Route

bulletFigure 7a 90 Degree Turn
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Figure 7b Turns around an Obstruction
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Figure 7c Changes in level
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Figure 7d Changes in level

bulletFigure 8 - Protruding Objects

bulletFigure 8a - Walking Parallel to a Wall
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Figure 8b - Walking Perpendicular to a Wall
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Figure 8c - Free-Standing Overhanding Objects
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Figure 8c1 Overhead Hazards
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Figure 8d Objects Mounted on Posts or Pylons
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Figure 8e Example of Protection around Wall-Mounted Objects and Measurements of Clear Widths
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Figure 8f Carpet Pile Thickness
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Figure 8g Gratings
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Figure 8h Grating Orientation

bulletFigure 9 Dimensions of Parking Spaces

bulletFigure 10 Access Aisle at Passenger Loading Zones

bulletFigure 11 - Measurement of Curb Ramp Slopes

bulletFigure 12 - Sides of Curb Ramps

bulletFigure 12a - Flared Sides
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Figure 12b - Returned Curb

bulletFigure 13 - Built-Up Curb Ramp

bulletFigure 15 - Curb Ramps at Marked Crossings

bulletFigure 15a - Curb Ramps at Marked Crossings
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Figure 15b - Curb Ramps at Marked Crossings
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Figure 15c - Curb Ramps at Marked Crossings
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Figure 15d - Curb Ramps at Marked Crossings

bulletFigure 16 - Components of a Single Ramp Run and Sample Ramp Dimensions

bulletFigure 17 - Examples of Edge Protection and Handrail Extension

bulletFigure 18 - Usable Tread Width and Examples of Acceptable Nosings

bulletFigure 18a - Flush Riser

bulletFigure 19 - Stair Handrails

bulletFigure 19a - Plan
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Figure 19b - Elevation of Center Handrail
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Figure 19c - Extension at Bottom of Run
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Figure 19d - Extension at Top of Run

bulletFigure 20 Hoistway and Elevator Entrances

bulletFigure 21 Graph of Timing Equation

bulletFigure 22 Minimum Dimensions of Elevator Cars

bulletFigure 23 - Car Controls

bulletFigure 23a Panel Detail
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Figure 23b Car Control Height
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Figure 23c Alternate Locations of Panel with Center Opening Door
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Figure 23d Aleternate Locations of Panel with Side Opening Door

bulletFigure 24 - Clear Doorway Width and Depth

bulletFigure 24a - Detail
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Figure 24b - Hinged Door
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Figure 24c - Sliding Door
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Figure 24d - Folding Door
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Figure 24e - Maximum Doorway Depth

bulletFigure 25 - Maneuvering Clearances at Doors

bulletFigure 26 - Tow Hinged Doors in Series

bulletFigure 27 - Drinking Fountains and Water Coolers

bulletFigure 27a - Spout Height and Knee Clearance
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Figure 27b - Clear Floor Space
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Figure 27c - Free-Standing Fountain or Cooler
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Figure 27d - Built-In Fountain or Cooler

bulletFigure 28 - Clear Floor Space at Water Closets

bulletFigure 29 - Grab Bars at Water Closets

bulletFigure 29b - Side Wall

bulletFigure 30 - Toilet Stalls

bulletFigure 30a - Standard Stall
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Figure 30a1 - Standard Stall (end of row)
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Figure 30b - Alternate Stalls
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Figure 30c - Rear Wall of Standard Stall
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Figure 30d - Side Walls

bulletFigure 31 - Lavatory Clearances

bulletFigure 32 - Clear Floor Space at Lavatories

bulletFigure 33 - Clear Floor Space at Bathtubs

bulletFigure 34 - Grab Bars at Bathtubs

bulletFigure 35 - Shower Size and Clearances

bulletFigure 35a - 36-in by 36-in
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Figure 35b - 30-in by 60-in

bulletFigure 36 - Shower Seat Design

bulletFigure 37 - Grab Bars at Shower Stalls

bulletFigure 38 - Storage Shelves and Closets

bulletFigure 38a - Shelves
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Figure 38b - Closets

bulletFigure 39 - Size and Spacing of Handrails and Grab Bars

bulletFigure 39a - Handrail
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Figure 39b - Handrail
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Figure 39c - Handrail
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Figure 39d - Handrail
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Figure 39e - Grab Bar

bulletFigure 43 - International Symbols

bulletFigure 43a - Proportions - International Symbol of Accessibility
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Figure 43b - Display Conditions - International Symbol of Accessibility
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Figure 43c - International TDD Symbol
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Figure 43d - International Symbol of Access for Hearing Loss

bulletFigure 44 - Mounting Heights and Clearances for Telephones

bulletFigure 45 - Minimum Clearance for Seating and Tables

bulletFigure 46 - Space Requirements for Wheelchair Seating Spaces in Series

bulletFigure 53 - Food Service Lines

bulletFigure 54 - Tableware Areas

bulletFigure 55 - Card Catalog

bulletFigure 56 Stacks

bulletFigure 57 - Roll-in Shower with Folding Seat

bulletFigure 57a - Roll-in Shower with Folding Seat
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Figure 57b - Roll-in Shower with Folding Seat

APPENDIX IMAGES

bulletFigure A1 - Minimum Passage Width for One Wheelchair and One Ambulatory Person

bulletFigure A2 - Space Needed for Smooth U-turn in a Wheelchair

bulletFigure A3 - Dimensions of Adult-Sized Wheelchairs

bulletFigureA3a - Dimensions of Adult-Sized Wheelchairs

bulletFigure A4 - Cane Technique

bulletFigure A5 - Parking Space Alternatives

bulletFigure A5a - Van Accessible Space at End Row
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Figure A5b - Universal Parking Space Design

bulletFigure A6 - Wheelchair Transfers

bulletFigure A6B - Side Approach

bulletFigure A7 - Configurations of Toilet Room with Roll-in Shower

bulletFigure A8 - Control Reach Limitations


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