See Minimum Requirements Summary Sheets I and J for special requirements and exceptions which may be allowed in alterations and historic preservation. See also ADAAG 4.1.6 and 4.1.7.
4.1.3(5) EXCEPTION 4: þ In new construction, platform lifts may be used in lieu of an elevator only under the following conditions and where State and local codes permit.
4.1.6(3)(g): þ In alterations, the use of platform lifts is not limited to the above conditions. Platform lifts may be used as part of an accessible route in alterations.
Section | Item | Technical Requirements | Comments | Yes | No |
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4.1.3(5) Exception 4 |
Lifts: | In new construction, if a lift is installed in lieu of an elevator or ramp, was it installed consistent with 4.1.3(5) Exception 4 (above) and in compliance with applicable State and local codes? | |||
4.11.3 | Independent Use: | Can the lift be entered, operated and exited without assistance? | |||
4.11.2 4.2.4 |
Platform Size: | Is the lift platform at least 30 by 48 inches? | |||
4.11.2 4.2.4 |
Clear Space Outside Lift: | Is there at least a 30 by 48 inch clear space outside the lift positioned for a wheelchair user to reach the controls from a parallel or forward approach and to enter the lift? | |||
4.11.2 4.27.3 4.2.5 |
Controls - Forward Reach: | Where a forward reach is provided, is the height of the lift control no more than 48 inches? | |||
4.11.2 4.27.3 4.2.6 |
Side Reach: | Where a side reach is provided, is the height of the lift control no more than 54 inches? | |||
4.11.2 4.27.4 |
Operation: | Are the controls operable with one hand and without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist? | |||
Is the force required to operate the controls no greater than 5 lbf? | |||||
4.1.2(1) 4.3.2 |
Accessible Route: | Is the lift on an accessible route? | |||
4.11.2 4.3.6 4.5.1 |
Surface: | Is the surface of the lift, as well as the accessible route to which it connects, stable, firm and slip-resistant? | |||
4.11.2 4.5.2 |
Edge Bevel: | If there is a change in level of between 1/4 and 1/2 inch, is the edge beveled with a slope of 1:2 or less? | |||
4.11.2 | Safety Code: | Does the lift meet the ASME A17.1 Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators, Section XX, 1990? |
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