FREE CPSI ADA Accessibility Guidelines Questions and Answers

Question 1

According to the 2010 ADA Standards, what is the minimum clear width required for an accessible route located *within* the boundary of a play area?

Accepted Answer

60 inches

Answer

36 inches

Answer

44 inches

Answer

48 inches

Question 2

A new playground is designed with 15 elevated play components. According to ADA guidelines, how many of these must be located on an accessible route?

Accepted Answer

At least 50% of the elevated components.

Answer

At least 25% of the elevated components.

Answer

All elevated components.

Answer

A minimum of one of each type of component.

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of a transfer system in an accessible playground?

Accepted Answer

To provide a series of platforms that allow a user to move from their wheelchair or mobility device onto the play structure.

Answer

To allow children to transfer from a wheelchair directly to a slide.

Answer

To lift a wheelchair onto the elevated portion of the play structure.

Answer

To provide a ground-level activity for children who cannot access elevated components.

Question 4

A playground has 8 elevated play components and 3 different types of ground-level play components (e.g., a spring rider, a sand box, and a talk tube). How many different *types* of ground-level components must be provided on an accessible route?

Accepted Answer

At least one of each type.

Answer

At least 50% of the types.

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At least one type.

Answer

All ground-level components.

Question 5

Which of the following is generally NOT considered an accessible surfacing material when first installed, according to ASTM F1951?

Accepted Answer

Pea gravel

Answer

Poured-in-place rubber

Answer

Rubber tiles

Answer

Engineered wood fiber (EWF)

Question 6

What is the maximum allowable running slope for a ramp providing access to an elevated play structure?

Accepted Answer

1:16 (6.25%)

Answer

1:8 (12.5%)

Answer

1:10 (10%)

Answer

1:12 (8.33%)

CPSI - Certified Playground Safety Inspector FREE CPSI ADA Accessibility Guidelines Questions and Answers

According to the 2010 ADA Standards, what is the minimum clear width required for an accessible route located within the boundary of a play area?