Accessible Play Areas - A Summary of Accessibility Guidelines for Play Areas

Transfer Steps
Transfer steps are level surfaces in a composite structure that can be used for transferring from different levels to access play components.

• Minimum 24 inches (610 mm) wide

• Minimum 14 inches (355 mm) deep

• 8 inches (205 mm) maximum height

Transfer steps in a play area are not required to satisfy the general ADAAG stair requirements.  Maneuvering space and clear space is not required on elevated structures or at elevated play components reached by a transfer system. 

Play areas intended for smaller children should provide steps at smaller height increments. This will accommodate smaller sized children who must lift or "bump" up each step.