ADA Accessibility Guidelines Questions and Answers Flashcards
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What is the minimum clear width required for an accessible route on a playground?
Answer: 36 inches
The ADA requires a minimum clear width of 36 inches for accessible routes, though 44 inches is preferred where possible.
Under ADA guidelines, what percentage of elevated play components must be accessible via a ramp or transfer system?
Answer: 50%
At least 50% of elevated play components must be accessible via a ramp or transfer system under ADA playground standards.
What is the maximum slope allowed for an accessible route on a playground surface?
Answer: 1:20
Accessible routes on playgrounds must have a maximum slope of 1:20 (5%) to accommodate wheelchair users safely.
Which surface material is generally NOT considered accessible under ASTM F1951 and ADA guidelines?
Answer: Engineered wood fiber (loose)
Loose engineered wood fiber can impede wheelchair movement and generally does not meet ASTM F1951 accessibility requirements without compaction.
What does the ADA require for the turning radius of a wheelchair turning space on a playground?
Answer: A 60-inch diameter circle or T-shaped space
A wheelchair turning space must provide a 60-inch diameter circle or an equivalent T-shaped space per ADA Standards.
Under ADA playground guidelines, where must accessible routes connect?
Answer: To each accessible play component and accessible entry/exit point
Accessible routes must connect to each accessible play component and all accessible entry and exit points on the playground.
What is the maximum cross-slope permitted on an accessible playground surface route?
Answer: 1:50 (2%)
Cross-slopes on accessible routes may not exceed 1:50 (2%) to prevent wheelchairs from drifting sideways.