Equal Access Construction

03/12/2024

The seat height of an ADA-compliant toilet should be between 17 and 19 inches from the floor. In certain cases where it is inpractical or infeasible to replace a non-compliant toilet, this can be achieved by installing a raised toilet seat.

Raised toilet seats empower individuals with disabilities to perform personal hygiene tasks independently. Knowing they can safely and comfortably use restroom facilities fosters self-reliance and allows for a more dignified restroom experience.

Installing raised toilet seats is about more than just following regulations; it’s about prioritizing safety and ensuring that everyone, regardless of their abilities, can use restroom facilities comfortably and independently.

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03/08/2024

2010 ADA Standard 405.5 Clear Width. The clear width of a ramp run and, where handrails are provided, the clear width between handrails shall be 36 inches (915 mm) minimum. EXCEPTION: Within employee work areas, the required clear width of ramps that are a part of common use circulation paths shall be permitted to be decreased by work area equipment provided that the decrease is essential to the function of the work being performed.

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03/06/2024

Installing grab bars in toilet stalls is essential for ensuring compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and increasing the accessibility of restroom facilities for individuals with mobility impairments. These grab bars provide crucial support and stability for individuals with disabilities who may have difficulty sitting down or standing up independently. By incorporating grab bars into toilet stall design, restroom facilities become more inclusive and accommodating, allowing all individuals to use the facilities comfortably and with dignity. This simple addition enhances accessibility and promotes equal access to essential amenities for everyone, regardless of their mobility needs.

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03/01/2024

407.2.3.1 Floor Designation. Floor designations complying with 703.2 and 703.4.1 shall be provided on both jambs of elevator hoistway entrances. Floor designations shall be provided in both tactile characters and braille. Tactile characters shall be 2 inches (51 mm) high minimum. A tactile star shall be provided on both jambs at the main entry level.

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02/26/2024

Curb cuts are instrumental in creating accessible pathways, known as accessible routes, for people with disabilities. They allow for smooth transitions between sidewalks and roads, ensuring everyone can navigate public spaces with ease. Curb cuts enable people to access public spaces, educational institutions, and employment opportunities, fostering inclusivity and equal opportunities.

The accessible routes created by curb cuts extend their benefits beyond just people with disabilities. They exemplify universal design principles, which aim to create environments accessible to everyone, regardless of their physical abilities. Parents pushing strollers, delivery workers maneuvering carts, and seniors with mobility challenges all benefit from curb cuts.

In essence, curb cuts make our communities more inclusive and accommodating to the diverse needs of all residents.

[Image with title 'Let's Remove Barriers' and a picture of a curb cut into the sidewalk adjacent to an accessible aisle for a parking spot. Subtitle of 'Make curb cuts in sidewalks' set inside a circle. At the bottom there is the Equal Access Construction logo and the phrase 'Every one, every door, every time'.]

02/21/2024

ADA Standard 405.7.3 Length. The landing clear length (of the level landing for a ramp) shall be 60 inches (1525 mm) long minimum.

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02/15/2024

Offset hinges provide a practical solution for widening doorways, making it easier for individuals with mobility aids like wheelchairs to navigate freely. ADA guidelines specify that doorways must have a minimum clear opening width of 32 inches when the door is open at a 90-degree angle for interior doors.

Properly widened doorways also contribute to safety by reducing congestion and ensuring easy passage, benefiting everyone in public spaces. This reduction in congestion is especially critical during emergencies, as it allows for smoother evacuations.

In cases where widening a doorframe is impossible or infeasible for structural reasons, the installation of offset hinges is a relatively simple and low-cost way to increase the clear space width through a doorway. In certain circumstances, offset hinges can provide just the extra width needed to bring your facilities doorways into compliance and create a more inclusive environment for everyone.

[Image with a title of Let's Remove Barriers depicting an offset hinge on a door used forwidening doorways when the door is open. There is a subtitle of 'Install Offset Hinges to Widen Doorways' set on a circle and the Equal Access Construction logo at the bottom with text of every person, every door, every time.]

02/14/2024

Uplifting to find disability representation and discussions about accessibility gaining traction in corporate media and becoming part of national conversations-

https://www.forbes.com/sites/stevenaquino/2024/02/09/actress-calle-walton-opens-up-on-becoming-blind-accessibility-more-in-interview/

Her agent gave her lines to read for the audition to play Marie-Laure, which thrilled Walton, but she obviously didn’t get the part.

02/13/2024

505.7.1 Circular Cross Section. Handrail gripping surfaces with a circular cross section shall have an outside diameter of 1¼ inches (32 mm) minimum and 2 inches (51 mm) maximum.

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02/13/2024

502.3 Access Aisle. Access aisles serving parking spaces shall comply with 502.3. Access aisles shall adjoin an accessible route. Two parking spaces shall be permitted to share a common access aisle.

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02/08/2024

Installing flashing alarm lights in your business or facility is about safety and promoting inclusivity to ensure that everyone, regardless of their abilities, can respond to emergencies effectively. These lights are critical for individuals with hearing impairments, as they offer a visual alternative to audible alarms.

Proper placement and visibility of flashing alarm lights are essential to their effectiveness. They should be strategically positioned to ensure they are visible from various locations within the area, allowing individuals to easily detect emergency alerts regardless of their position.

Flashing alarm lights often work in coordination with audible alarms to provide comprehensive emergency notifications. Guidelines emphasize that these lights should be synchronized with audible alarms to ensure that individuals with hearing impairments receive timely and accurate alerts.

The relatively low-cost and straightforward act of installing flashing alarm lights is an easy and readily achievable way for you to improve inclusion and remove barriers at your facility.



[Image with a title of Let's Remove Barriers depicting a flashing alarm emergency light used for alerting people about a fire. Includes a subtitle of 'Install Flashing Alarm Lights' set on a circle and the Equal Access Construction logo at the bottom with text of every person, every door, every time.]

02/07/2024

Insightful article about taking a holistic approach to accessibility in the workplace, from access to office culture-

https://www.corporatecomplianceinsights.com/disability-inclusion-more-compliance/

Creating a workplace that’s welcoming of those with disabilities, whether obvious or invisible, means giving them what they need.