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Section 406.1 of the ADA Standards covers information in the current ADA Standards for curb ramps.

Ramps

If any part of the accessible route - exterior or interior - has a slope greater than 1:20, it is considered a ramp and must meet the requirements for ramps....

4.1.3(8)(a)(ii)

(ii) Accessible entrances must be provided in a number at least equivalent to the number of exits required by the applicable building/fire codes....

11B-405.7.3.1

Bottom landings shall extend 72 inches (1829 mm) minimum in the direction of ramp run....

Ramp

Ramp. A walking surface that has a running slope steeper than 1:20....

Common Questions (Ramps and Curb Ramps)

Common Questions

BEA Inc. Jamb Style Door Access PTE (Push To Exit)

The PBJE is a jamb style push plate with "Push To Exit" text....

Is there a limit on the total length (number of runs) a ramp may have?

.), but not the overall length of ramps comprised of multiple runs. Since the usability of ramps decreases with length, considerably long ramp systems should be avoided where possible....

RAMP

RAMP. A walking surface that has a running slope steeper than one unit vertical in 20 units horizontal (5-percent slope)....

EZ-ACCESS Suitcase Singlefold AS Ramp

The Suitcase Singlefold AS Ramp – this portable single-fold ramp is one of our most user-friendly portable Suitcase ramps. ...

Are curved or circular ramps allowed?

Ramps without level landings at changes in direction typically will not meet the Standards due to resulting compound slopes....

11B-1008.2.5.2 Elevated

The rise for any ramp run connecting elevated play components shall be 12 inches (305 mm) maximum....

Diagonal Curb Ramps: ADA Standard Section 406.6

Section 406.6 covers the current ADA Standards for diagonal curb ramps.

EZ-ACCESS Suitcase Singlefold Ramp

Single-Fold Ramp Hinge The Suitcase Singlefold Ramp’s single-fold hinge runs the full length of the ramp and ensures the ramp is strong and safe....

1007.2.1 Buildings with four or more stories

In buildings where a required accessible floor is four or more stories above or below a level of exit discharge, at least one required accessible means of egress shall be an elevator complying...

1003.2.13.1.1 Buildings with four or more stories

In buildings where a required accessible floor is four or more stories above or below a level of exit discharge, at least one required accessible means of egress shall be an elevator complying...

Handrail Extensions: ADA Standard Section 505.10

Section 505.10 covers the current ADA Standards for handrail extensions.

Cross Slope: ADA Standard Section 405.3

Section 405.3 covers the current ADA Standards for cross slope requirements on ramps.

11B-505.2 Where required

Handrails shall be provided on both sides of stairs and ramps....

Is there a maximum distance between ramp handrails?

The Standards do not require center or intermediate handrails on wide ramps....

SECTION 1013 EXIT SIGNS

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SECTION 1013 EXIT SIGNS

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