CHAPTER
7: COMMUNICATION ELEMENTS AND FEATURES |
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Chapter 7. Communication Elements and Features |
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701
General |
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701 General |
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701.1
Scope. The provisions of Chapter 7 shall apply where
required by Chapter 2 or where referenced by a requirement in this document. |
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701.1 Scope. Communications elements and features required to
be accessible by the scoping provisions adopted by the administrative
authority shall comply with the applicable provisions of Chapter 7. |
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702
Fire Alarm Systems |
ANSI
702 Alarms |
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702.1
General. Fire alarm systems shall have permanently
installed audible and visible alarms complying with NFPA 72 (1999 or 2002
edition) (incorporated by reference, see "Referenced Standards" in
Chapter 1), except that the maximum allowable sound level of audible notification
appliances complying with section 4-3.2.1 of NFPA 72 (1999 edition) shall
have a sound level no more than 110 dB at the minimum hearing distance from
the audible appliance. In addition, alarms in guest rooms required to provide
communication features shall comply with sections 4-3 and 4-4 of NFPA 72
(1999 edition) or sections 7.4 and 7.5 of NFPA 72 (2002 edition). EXCEPTION: Fire
alarm systems in medical care facilities shall be permitted to be provided in
accordance with industry practice. |
4.28.1
General.
Alarm systems required to be accessible by 4.1 shall comply with 4.28. At a
minimum, visual signal appliances shall be provided in buildings and
facilities in each of the following areas: restrooms and any other general
usage areas (e.g., meeting rooms), hallways, lobbies, and any other area for
common use. 4.28.2 Audible
Alarms. If provided, audible emergency alarms shall produce a sound that
exceeds the prevailing equivalent sound level in the room or space by at
least 15 dbA or exceeds any maximum sound level with a duration of 60 seconds
by 5 dbA, whichever is louder. Sound levels for alarm signals shall not
exceed 120 dbA. |
ANSI
702.1 General. Accessible audible and visual alarms and
notification appliances shall be installed in accordance with NFPA 72 listed
in Section 105.2.2, be powered by a commercial light and power source, be
permanently connected to the wiring of the premises electric system, and be
permanently installed. |
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4.28.3 Visual Alarms. Visual
alarm signal appliances shall be integrated into the building or facility
alarm system. If single station audible alarms are provided then single
station visual alarm signals shall be provided. Visual alarm signals shall
have the following minimum photometric and location features: |
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(1) The
lamp shall be a xenon strobe type or equivalent. (2) The
color shall be clear or nominal white (i.e., unfiltered or clear filtered
white light). (3) The
maximum pulse duration shall be two-tenths of one second (0.2 sec) with a
maximum duty cycle of 40 percent. The pulse duration is defined as the time
interval between initial and final points of 10 percent of maximum signal. (4) The
intensity shall be a minimum of 75 candela. (5) The
flash rate shall be a minimum of 1 Hz and a maximum of 3 Hz. (6) The
appliance shall be placed 80 in (2030 mm) above the highest floor level
within the space or 6 in (152 mm) below the ceiling, whichever is lower. (7) In
general, no place in any room or space required to have a visual signal
appliance shall be more than 50 ft (15 m) from the signal (in the horizontal
plane). In large rooms and spaces exceeding 100 ft (30 m) across, without
obstructions 6 ft (2 m) above the finish floor, such as auditoriums, devices
may be placed around the perimeter, spaced a maximum 100 ft (30 m) apart, in
lieu of suspending appliances from the ceiling. (8) No
place in common corridors or hallways in which visual alarm signalling
appliances are required shall be more than 50 ft (15 m) from the signal. |
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703
Signs |
4.30 Signage. |
ANSI
703 Signs |
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703.1
General. Signs shall comply with 703. Where both visual
and tactile characters are required, either one sign with both visual and
tactile characters, or two separate signs, one with visual, and one with
tactile characters, shall be provided. |
4.30.1 General. Signage required to be
accessible by 4.1
shall comply with the applicable provisions of 4.30. |
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703.1 General. Accessible signs shall comply with Section 703. |
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703.2
Raised Characters. Raised characters shall comply with 703.2 and
shall be duplicated in braille complying with 703.3. Raised characters shall
be installed in accordance with 703.4. |
4.30.4 Raised and Brailled
Characters and Pictorial Symbol Signs (Pictograms). Letters and numerals shall be raised 1/32 in
(0.8 mm) minimum, upper case, sans serif or simple serif type and shall be
accompanied with Grade 2 Braille. Raised characters shall be at least 5/8 in
(16 mm) high, but no higher than 2 in (50 mm). Pictograms shall be
accompanied by the equivalent verbal description placed directly below the
pictogram. The border dimension of the pictogram shall be 6 in (152 mm)
minimum in height. |
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703.3 Tactile Characters. |
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703.3.1 General. Tactile characters shall comply with Section
703.3, and shall be duplicated in braille complying with Section 703.4. |
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703.2.1
Depth. Raised characters shall be 1/32 inch (0.8 mm)
minimum above their background. |
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703.3.2 Depth. Tactile characters shall be raised 1/32 inch
(0.8 mm) minimum above their background. |
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703.2.2
Case. Characters shall be uppercase. |
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ANSI 703.3.3 Case.
Characters shall be uppercase. |
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703.2.3
Style. Characters shall be sans serif. Characters shall
not be italic, oblique, script, highly decorative, or of other unusual forms. |
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703.3.4 Style. Characters shall be sans serif. Characters shall
not be italic, oblique, script, highly decorative, or of other unusual forms. |
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703.2.4
Character Proportions. Characters shall be selected from fonts
where the width of the uppercase letter "O" is 55 percent minimum
and 110 percent maximum of the height of the uppercase letter "I". |
4.30.2 Character Proportion. Letters and numbers
on signs shall have a width-to-height ratio between 3:5 and 1:1 and a
stroke-width-to-height ratio between 1:5 and 1:10. |
ANSI
703.3.6 Character Width. The uppercase letter “O” shall be used
to determine the allowable width of all characters of a font. The width of
the uppercase letter “O” of the font shall be 55 percent minimum and 110
percent maximum of the height of the uppercase “I” of the font. |
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703.2.5
Character Height. Character height measured vertically from the
baseline of the character shall be 5/8 inch (16 mm) minimum and 2 inches (51
mm) maximum based on the height of the uppercase letter "I". EXCEPTION:
Where separate raised and visual characters with the same information are
provided, raised character height shall be permitted to be 1/2 inch (13 mm)
minimum. |
4.30.3
Character Height. Characters and numbers on signs shall be sized
according to the viewing distance from which they are to be read. The minimum
height is measured using an upper case X. Lower case characters are
permitted.
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703.3.5 Character Height. The uppercase letter “I” shall be used
to determine the allowable height of all characters of a font. The height of
the uppercase letter “I” of the font, measured vertically from the baseline
of the character, shall be 5/8 inch (16 mm) minimum, and 2 inches (51 mm)
maximum. EXCEPTION: Where
separate tactile and visual characters with the same information are
provided, the height of the tactile uppercase letter “I” shall be permitted
to be 1/2 inch (13 mm) minimum. |
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703.2.6
Stroke Thickness. Stroke thickness of the uppercase letter
"I" shall be 15 percent maximum of the height of the character. |
See 4.30.2 |
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703.3.7 Stroke Width. Tactile character stroke width shall
comply with Section 703.3.7. The uppercase letter “I” of the font shall be
used to determine the allowable stroke width of all characters of a font. |
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ANSI 703.3.7.1 Maximum. The
stroke width shall be 15 percent maximum of the height of the uppercase letter
“I” measured at the top surface of the character, and 30 percent maximum of
the height of the uppercase letter “I” measured at the base of the character. |
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703.3.7.2 Minimum. When characters are both visual and tactile, the
stroke width shall be 10 percent minimum of the height of the uppercase
letter “I”. |
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703.2.7
Character Spacing. Character spacing shall be measured between the
two closest points of adjacent raised characters within a message, excluding
word spaces. Where characters have rectangular cross sections, spacing
between individual raised characters shall be 1/8 inch (3.2 mm) minimum and 4
times the raised character stroke width maximum. Where characters have other
cross sections, spacing between individual raised characters shall be 1/16
inch (1.6 mm) minimum and 4 times the raised character stroke width maximum
at the base of the cross sections, and 1/8 inch (3.2 mm) minimum and 4 times
the raised character stroke width maximum at the top of the cross sections.
Characters shall be separated from raised borders and decorative elements 3/8
inch (9.5 mm) minimum. |
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703.3.8 Character Spacing. Character spacing shall be
measured between the two closest points of adjacent tactile characters within
a message, excluding word spaces. Spacing between individual tactile
character shall be 1/8 inch (3.2 mm) minimum measured at the top surface of
the characters, 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) minimum measured at the base of the
characters, and four times the tactile character stroke width maximum.
Characters shall be separated from raised borders and decorative elements 3/8
inch (9.5 mm) minimum. |
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703.2.8
Line Spacing. Spacing between the baselines of separate lines
of raised characters within a message shall be 135 percent minimum and 170
percent maximum of the raised character height. |
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703.3.9 Line Spacing. Spacing between the baselines of
separate lines of tactile characters within a message shall be 135 percent
minimum and 170 percent maximum of the tactile character height. |
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703.3
Braille. Braille shall be contracted (Grade 2) and shall
comply with 703.3 and 703.4. |
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703.4 Braille. |
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703.4.1 General. Braille shall be contracted (Grade 2) braille
and shall comply with Section 703.4. |
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703.3.1
Dimensions and Capitalization. Braille dots shall have a
domed or rounded shape and shall comply with Table 703.3.1. The indication of
an uppercase letter or letters shall only be used before the first word of
sentences, proper nouns and names, individual letters of the alphabet,
initials, and acronyms. |
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703.4.3 Dimensions. Braille dots shall have a domed or rounded shape
and shall comply with Table 703.4.3. |
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703.4.2 Uppercase Letters. The indication of an
uppercase letter or letters shall only be used before the first word of
sentences, proper nouns and names, individual letters of the alphabet,
initials, or acronyms. |
New ADAAG 703.3.1 Braille Dimensions |
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Measurement Range |
Minimum in Inches Maximum in Inches |
Dot base diameter |
0.059 (1.5 mm) |
Distance between two dots in the same cell1 |
0.090 (2.3 mm) |
Distance between corresponding dots in adjacent
cells1 |
0.241 (6.1 mm) |
Dot height |
0.025 (0.6 mm) to 0.037 (0.9 mm) |
Distance between corresponding dots |
0.395 (10 mm) |
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Measured center to center. |
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Table 703.4.3— Braille Dimensions |
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Measurement range |
Minimum in inches |
Dot base diameter |
0.059 (1.5 mm) to 0.063 (1.6 mm) |
Distance between two dots in the same cell |
0.090 (2.3 mm) to 0.100 (2.5 mm) |
Distance between corresponding |
0.241 (6.1 mm) to 0.300 (7.6 mm) |
Dot height |
0.025 (0.6 mm) to 0.037 (0.9 mm) |
Distance between corresponding dots |
0.395 (10.0 mm) to 0.400 (10.2 mm) |
1Measured center to center |
703.3.2
Position. Braille shall be positioned below the
corresponding text. If text is multi-lined, braille shall be placed below the
entire text. Braille shall be separated 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) minimum from any
other tactile characters and 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) minimum from raised borders
and decorative elements. EXCEPTION:
Braille provided on elevator car controls shall be separated 3/16 inch (4.8
mm) minimum and shall be located either directly below or adjacent to the
corresponding raised characters or symbols. |
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703.4.4 Position. Braille shall be below the corresponding text.
If text is multilined, braille shall be placed below entire text. Braille
shall be separated 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) minimum from any other tactile
characters and 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) minimum from raised borders and decorative
elements. Braille provided on elevator car controls shall be separated 3/16
inch (4.8 mm) minimum either directly below or adjacent to the corresponding
raised characters or symbols. |
703.4
Installation Height and Location. Signs with tactile characters
shall comply with 703.4. |
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703.4.1
Height Above Finish Floor or Ground. Tactile characters on signs
shall be located 48 inches (1220 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground
surface, measured from the baseline of the lowest tactile character and 60
inches (1525 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured
from the baseline of the highest tactile character. EXCEPTION:
Tactile characters for elevator car controls shall not be required to comply
with 703.4.1. |
4.30.6 Mounting Location and Height. Where
permanent identification is provided for rooms and spaces, signs shall be
installed on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door. Where there is
no wall space to the latch side of the door, including at double leaf doors,
signs shall be placed on the nearest adjacent wall. Mounting height shall be
60 in (1525 mm) above the finish floor to the centerline of the sign.
Mounting location for such signage shall be so that a person may approach
within 3 in (76 mm) of signage without encountering protruding objects or standing
within the swing of a door. |
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703.3.10 Height above Floor. Tactile characters shall be
48 inches (1220 mm) minimum above the floor, measured to the baseline of the
lowest tactile character and 60 inches (1525 mm) maximum above the floor,
measured to the baseline of the highest tactile character. EXCEPTION: Tactile characters for
elevator car controls shall not be required to comply with Section 703.3.10. |
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703.4.5 Mounting Height. Braille shall be 48 inches (1220 mm)
minimum and 60 inches (1525 mm) maximum above the floor, measured to the
baseline of the braille cells. EXCEPTION: Elevator car controls shall
not be required to comply with Section 703.4.5. |
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703.4.2
Location. Where a tactile sign is provided at a door, the
sign shall be located alongside the door at the latch side. Where a tactile
sign is provided at double doors with one active leaf, the sign shall be
located on the inactive leaf. Where a tactile sign is provided at double
doors with two active leafs, the sign shall be located to the right of the
right hand door. Where there is no wall space at the latch side of a single
door or at the right side of double doors, signs shall be located on the
nearest adjacent wall. Signs containing tactile characters shall be located
so that a clear floor space of 18 inches (455 mm) minimum by 18 inches (455
mm) minimum, centered on the tactile characters, is provided beyond the arc
of any door swing between the closed position and 45 degree open position. EXCEPTION:
Signs with tactile characters shall be permitted on the push side of doors
with closers and without hold-open devices. |
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703.3.11 Location. Where a tactile sign is provided at a door, the
sign shall be alongside the door at the latch side. Where a tactile sign is
provided at double doors with one active leaf, the sign shall be located on
the inactive leaf. Where a tactile sign is provided at double doors with two
active leaves, the sign shall be to the right of the right–hand door. Where
there is no wall space on the latch side of a single door, or to the right
side of double doors, signs shall be on the nearest adjacent wall. Signs
containing tactile characters shall be located so that a clear floor area 18
inches (455 mm) minimum by 18 inches (455 mm) minimum, centered on the
tactile characters, is provided beyond the arc of any door swing between the
closed position and 45 degree open position. EXCEPTION:
Signs with tactile characters shall be permitted on the push side of doors
with closers and without hold–open devices. |
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703.5
Visual Characters. Visual characters shall comply with 703.5. EXCEPTION:
Where visual characters comply with 703.2 and are accompanied by braille
complying with 703.3, they shall not be required to comply with 703.5.2
through 703.5.9. |
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703.2 Visual Characters. |
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703.2.1 General. Visual characters shall comply with Section
703.2. EXCEPTION: Visual characters
complying with Section 703.3 shall not be required to comply with Section
703.2. |
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703.5.1
Finish and Contrast. Characters and their background shall
have a non-glare finish. Characters shall contrast with their background with
either light characters on a dark background or dark characters on a light
background. |
4.30.5 Finish and Contrast. The characters and
background of signs shall be eggshell, matte, or other non-glare finish.
Characters and symbols shall contrast with their background -- either light
characters on a dark background or dark characters on a light background.
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703.2.10 Finish and Contrast. Characters and their
background shall have a nonglare finish. Characters shall contrast with their
background, with either light characters on a dark background, or dark
characters on a light background. |
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703.3.12 Finish and Contrast. Characters and their
background shall have a nonglare finish. Characters shall contrast with their
background with either light characters on a dark background, or dark
characters on a light background. EXCEPTION:
Where separate tactile characters and visual characters with the same
information are provided, tactile characters are not required to have
nonglare finish or to contrast with their background. |
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703.5.2
Case. Characters shall be uppercase or lowercase or a combination of both. |
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703.2.2 Case. Characters shall be uppercase, lowercase, or a
combination of both. |
703.5.3
Style. Characters shall be conventional in form.
Characters shall not be italic, oblique, script, highly decorative, or of other
unusual forms. |
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703.2.3 Style. Characters shall be conventional in form.
Characters shall not be italic, oblique, script, highly decorative, or of
other unusual forms. |
703.5.4
Character Proportions. Characters shall be selected from fonts
where the width of the uppercase letter "O" is 55 percent minimum
and 110 percent maximum of the height of the uppercase letter "I". |
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703.2.5 Character Width. The uppercase letter “O” shall be used to
determine the allowable width of all characters of a font. The width of the
uppercase letter “O” of the font shall be 55 percent minimum and 110 percent
maximum of the height of the uppercase “I” of the font. |
703.5.5
Character Height. Minimum character height shall comply with Table
703.5.5. Viewing distance shall be measured as the horizontal distance
between the character and an obstruction preventing further approach towards
the sign. Character height shall be based on the uppercase letter
"I". |
4.30.3 Character Height. Characters and numbers on signs shall be sized
according to the viewing distance from which they are to be read. The minimum
height is measured using an upper case X. Lower case characters are
permitted. |
ANSI
703.2.4 Character Height. The uppercase letter “I”
shall be used to determine the allowable height of all characters of a font.
The uppercase letter “I” of the font shall have a minimum height complying
with Table 703.2.4. Viewing distance shall be measured as the horizontal
distance between the character and an obstruction preventing further approach
towards the sign. |
New ADAAG 703.5.5 Visual Character Height |
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Height to Finish Floor or Ground From |
Horizontal Viewing Distance |
Minimum Character Height |
40 inches (1015 mm) to less than or equal to 70
inches (1780 mm) |
less than 72 inches (1830 mm) |
5/8 inch (16 mm) |
72 inches (1830 mm) and greater |
5/8 inch (16 mm), plus 1/8 inch (3.2 mm) per foot
(305 mm) of viewing distance above 72 inches (1830 mm) |
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Greater than 70 inches (1780 mm) to less than or
equal to 120 inches (3050 mm) |
less than 180 inches (4570 mm) |
2 inches (51 mm) |
180 inches (4570 mm) and greater |
2 inches (51 mm), plus 1/8 inch (3.2 mm) per foot
(305 mm) of viewing distance above 180 inches (4570 mm) |
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greater than 120 inches (3050 mm) |
less than 21 feet (6400 mm) |
3 inches (75 mm) |
21 feet (6400 mm) and
greater |
3 inches (75 mm), plus 1/8 inch (3.2 mm) per foot
(305 mm) of viewing distance above 21 feet (6400 mm) |
DOJ Table 4.30.3
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Height Above Finished Floor |
Minimum Character Height |
Suspended or Projected
Overhead in compliance with 4.4.2 |
3 in (75 mm) minimum |
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Table 703.2.4—Visual Character Height |
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Height above Floor to Baseline of Character |
Horizontal Viewing Distance |
Minimum Character Height |
40 inches (1015 mm) to less than or equal to 70
inches (1780 mm) |
Less than 6 feet (1830 mm) |
5/8 inch (16 mm) |
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6 feet (1830 mm) and greater |
5/8 inch (16 mm), plus 1/8 inch (3.2 mm) per foot
(305 mm) of viewing distance above 6 feet (1830 mm) |
Greater than 70 inches (1780 mm) to less than or
equal to 120 inches (3050 mm) |
Less than 15 feet (4570 mm) |
2 inches (51 mm) |
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15 feet (4570 mm) and greater |
2 inches (51 mm), plus 1/8 inch (3.2 mm) per foot
(305 mm) of viewing distance above 15 feet (4570 mm) |
Greater than 120 inches |
Less than 21 feet (6400 mm) |
3 inches (75 mm) |
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21 feet (6400 mm) and greater |
3 inches (76 mm), plus 1/8 inch (3.2 mm) per foot
(305 mm) of viewing distance above 21 feet (6400 mm) |
703.5.6
Height From Finish Floor or Ground. Visual characters shall be
40 inches (1015 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground. EXCEPTION:
Visual characters indicating elevator car controls shall not be required to
comply with 703.5.6. |
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703.2.9 Height Above Floor. Visual characters shall be 40
inches (1015 mm) minimum above the floor of the viewing position, measured to
the baseline of the character. Heights shall comply with Table 703.2.4, based
on the size of the characters on the sign. EXCEPTION:
Visual characters indicating elevator car controls shall not be required to
comply with Section 703.2.9. |
703.5.7
Stroke Thickness. Stroke thickness of the uppercase letter
"I" shall be 10 percent minimum and 30 percent maximum of the
height of the character. |
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703.2.6 Stroke Width. The uppercase letter “I” shall be used to
determine the allowable stroke width of all characters of a font. The stroke
width shall be 10 percent minimum and 30 percent maximum of the height of the
uppercase “I” of the font. |
703.5.8
Character Spacing. Character spacing shall be measured between the
two closest points of adjacent characters, excluding word spaces. Spacing
between individual characters shall be 10 percent minimum and 35 percent
maximum of character height. |
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703.2.7 Character Spacing. Spacing shall be measured
between the two closest points of adjacent characters within a message,
excluding word spaces. Spacing between individual characters shall be 10
percent minimum and 35 percent maximum of the character height. |
703.5.9
Line Spacing. Spacing between the baselines of separate lines
of characters within a message shall be 135 percent minimum and 170 percent
maximum of the character height. |
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703.2.8 Line Spacing. Spacing between the baselines of
separate lines of characters within a message shall be 135 percent minimum to
170 percent maximum of the character height. |
703.6
Pictograms. Pictograms shall comply with 703.6. |
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703.5 Pictograms. |
703.5.1
General. Pictograms shall comply with Section 703.5. |
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703.6.1
Pictogram Field. Pictograms shall have a field height of 6 inches
(150 mm) minimum. Characters and braille shall not be located in the
pictogram field. |
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703.5.2 Pictogram Field. Pictograms shall have a field 6 inches (150
mm) minimum in height. Characters or braille shall not be located in the
pictogram field. |
703.6.2
Finish and Contrast. Pictograms and their field shall have a
non-glare finish. Pictograms shall contrast with their field with either a
light pictogram on a dark field or a dark pictogram on a light field. |
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703.5.3 Finish and Contrast. Pictograms and their fields
shall have a nonglare finish. Pictograms shall contrast with their fields,
with either a light pictogram on a dark field or a dark pictogram on a light
field. |
703.6.3
Text Descriptors. Pictograms shall have text descriptors located
directly below the pictogram field. Text descriptors shall comply with 703.2,
703.3 and 703.4. |
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703.5.4 Text Descriptors. Where text descriptors for pictograms
are required, they shall be located directly below the pictogram field. Text
descriptors shall comply with Sections 703.3 and 703.4. |
703.7
Symbols of Accessibility. Symbols of accessibility shall comply
with 703.7. |
4.30.7 Symbols of
Accessibility. |
ANSI
703.6 Symbols of Accessibility. |
ANSI
703.6.1 General. Symbols of accessibility shall comply with
Section 703.6. |
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703.7.1
Finish and Contrast. Symbols of accessibility and their
background shall have a non-glare finish. Symbols of accessibility shall
contrast with their background with either a light symbol on a dark
background or a dark symbol on a light background. |
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703.6.2 Finish and Contrast. Symbols of accessibility and
their backgrounds shall have a nonglare finish. Symbols of accessibility
shall contrast with their backgrounds, with either a light symbol on a dark
background or a dark symbol on a light background. |
703.7.2
Symbols. |
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703.6.3 Symbols. |
703.7.2.1
International Symbol of Accessibility. The International Symbol of
Accessibility shall comply with Figure 703.7.2.1. |
4.30.7(1)
Facilities and elements required to be identified as accessible by 4.1 shall use the international symbol of
accessibility. The symbol shall be displayed as shown in Fig.
43(a) and (b). NOTE: Figure 43(a) illustrates the International
Symbol of Accessibility on a grid background. Figure
43(b) indicates the symbol contrast shall be light on dark, or dark on
light. |
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703.6.3.1 International Symbol of Accessibility. The
International Symbol of Accessibility shall comply with Figure 703.6.3.1. |
703.7.2.2
International Symbol of TTY. The International Symbol of
TTY shall comply with Figure 703.7.2.2. |
4.30.7(3)
Text Telephones. Text telephones required by 4.1.3(17)(c) shall be identified by the international TDD
symbol (Fig 43(c)). In addition, if a facility
has a public text telephone), directional signage indicating the location of
the nearest text telephone shall be placed adjacent to all banks of
telephones which do not contain a text telephone. Such directional signage
shall include the international TDD symbol. If a facility has no banks of
telephones, the directional signage shall be provided at the entrance (e.g.,
in a building directory). NOTE: Figure 43(c) illustrates the International TDD
Symbol, a stylized keyboard with keys and a spacer bar and a telephone
handset on top. |
ANSI
703.6.3.2 International Symbol of TTY. The International Symbol of
TTY shall comply with Figure 703.6.3.2. |
703.7.2.3
Volume Control Telephones. Telephones with a volume
control shall be identified by a pictogram of a telephone handset with radiating
sound waves on a square field such as shown in Figure 703.7.2.3. |
(2)
Volume Control Telephones. Telephones required to have a volume control by 4.1.3(17)(b) shall be identified by a sign containing a
depiction of a telephone handset with radiating sound waves. |
ANSI
703.6.3.4 Volume–Controlled Telephones. Telephones with
volume controls shall be identified by a pictogram of a telephone handset
with radiating sound waves on a square field complying with Figure 703.6.3.4. |
703.7.2.4
Assistive Listening Systems. Assistive listening systems
shall be identified by the International Symbol of Access for Hearing Loss
complying with Figure 703.7.2.4. |
(4)
Assistive Listening Systems. In assembly areas where permanently installed
assistive listening systems are required by 4.1.3(19)(b) the availability of such systems shall be
identified with signage that includes the international symbol of access for
hearing loss (Fig 43(d)). NOTE: Figure 43(d) illustrates the International Symbol
of Access for Hearing Loss, a stylized ear with a diagonal slash in the
field. |
ANSI
703.6.3.3 Assistive Listening Systems. Assistive listening systems
shall be identified by the International Symbol of Access for Hearing Loss
complying with Figure 703.6.3.3. |
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4.30.8 Illumination Levels. (Reserved). |
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704
Telephones |
4.31 Telephones. |
ANSI
704 Telephones |
704.1
General. Public telephones shall comply with 704. |
4.31.1 General. Public telephones required to be
accessible by 4.1 shall
comply with 4.31. |
ANSI
704.1 General. Accessible public telephones shall comply with
Section 704. |
704.2
Wheelchair Accessible Telephones. Wheelchair accessible
telephones shall comply with 704.2. |
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ANSI
704.2 Wheelchair Accessible Telephones. Wheelchair accessible
public telephones shall comply with Section 704.2. |
704.2.1
Clear Floor or Ground Space. A clear floor or ground
space complying with 305 shall be provided. The clear floor or ground space
shall not be obstructed by bases, enclosures, or seats. |
4.31.2 Clear Floor or Ground Space. A clear
floor or ground space at least 30 in by 48 in (760 mm by 1220 mm) that allows
either a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair shall be
provided at telephones (see Fig. 44). The clear floor or ground space shall comply with 4.2.4. Bases, enclosures, and fixed seats shall not
impede approaches to telephones by people who use wheelchairs. NOTE: Figure 44(a) indicates
that if a parallel approach is
provided at a telephone in an enclosure, the wing walls and shelf may extend
beyond the face of the telephone a maximum of 10 inches (255 mm). Figure
44(b) indicates that if a front approach is
provided at a telephone with an enclosure, the shelf can extend beyond the
face of the telephone a maximum of 20 inches (510 mm). A wing wall may extend
beyond the face of the telephone a maximum of 24 inches (610 mm). If the wing
wall extends more than 24 inches (610 mm) beyond the face of the telephone,
an additional 6 inches (150 mm) in width of clear floor space shall be
provided. |
ANSI
704.2.1 Clear Floor Space. A clear floor space
complying with Section 305 shall be provided. The clear floor space shall not
be obstructed by bases, enclosures, or seats. |
704.2.1.1
Parallel Approach. Where a parallel approach is provided, the
distance from the edge of the telephone enclosure to the face of the
telephone unit shall be 10 inches (255 mm) maximum. |
ANSI
704.2.1.1 Parallel Approach. Where a parallel approach is
provided, the distance from the edge of the telephone enclosure to the face
of the telephone shall be 10 inches (255 mm) maximum. |
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704.2.1.2
Forward Approach. Where a forward approach is provided, the
distance from the front edge of a counter within the telephone enclosure to
the face of the telephone unit shall be 20 inches (510 mm) maximum. |
ANSI
704.2.1.2 Forward Approach. Where a forward approach is
provided, the distance from the front edge of a counter within the enclosure
to the face of the telephone shall be 20 inches (510 mm) maximum. |
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704.2.2
Operable Parts. Operable parts shall comply with 309. Telephones
shall have push-button controls where such service is available. |
4.31.3 Mounting Height. The highest operable part of the telephone shall
be within the reach ranges specified in 4.2.5 or 4.2.6. |
ANSI
704.2.2 Operable Parts. The highest operable part of the
telephone shall comply with Section 308. Telephones shall have push button
controls where service for such equipment is available. |
4.31.6 Controls. Telephones shall have pushbutton controls where
service for such equipment is available. |
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704.2.3
Telephone Directories. Telephone directories, where provided,
shall be located in accordance with 309. |
4.31.7 Telephone Books. Telephone books, if provided, shall be located
in a position that complies with the reach ranges specified in 4.2.5 and 4.2.6. |
ANSI
704.2.3 Telephone Directories. Where provided, telephone
directories shall comply with Section 309. |
704.2.4
Cord Length. The cord from the telephone to the handset shall
be 29 inches (735 mm) long minimum. |
4.31.8 Cord Length. The cord from the telephone to the handset
shall be at least 29 in (735 mm) long. |
ANSI
704.2.4 Cord Length. The telephone handset cord shall be 29
inches (735 mm) minimum in length. |
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4.31.5 Hearing Aid Compatible and Volume Control
Telephones Required by 4.1. (1) Telephones shall be hearing aid compatible. (2) Volume controls, capable of a minimum of 12 dbA
and a maximum of 18 dbA above normal, shall be provided in accordance with 4.1.3. If an automatic reset is provided then 18 dbA
may be exceeded. |
ANSI
704.2.5 Hearing–Aid Compatibility. Telephones shall be hearing
aid compatible. |
704.3
Volume Control Telephones. Public telephones required
to have volume controls shall be equipped with a receive volume control that
provides a gain adjustable up to 20 dB minimum. For incremental volume
control, provide at least one intermediate step of 12 dB of gain minimum. An
automatic reset shall be provided. |
ANSI
704.3 Volume–Control Telephones. Public telephones required
to have volume controls shall be equipped with a receive volume control that
provides a gain adjustable up to 20 dB minimum. Incremental volume controls
shall provide at least one intermediate step of gain of 12 dB minimum. An
automatic reset shall be provided. |
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704.4
TTYs. TTYs required at a public pay telephone shall be permanently affixed
within, or adjacent to, the telephone enclosure. Where an acoustic coupler is
used, the telephone cord shall be sufficiently long to allow connection of
the TTY and the telephone receiver. |
4.31.9 Text Telephones Required by 4.1. (1) Text telephones used with a pay telephone shall
be permanently affixed within, or adjacent to, the telephone enclosure. If an
acoustic coupler is used, the telephone cord shall be sufficiently long to
allow connection of the text telephone and the telephone receiver. |
ANSI
704.4 TTY. TTYs required at a public pay telephone shall be
permanently affixed within, or adjacent to, the telephone enclosure. Where an
acoustic coupler is used, the telephone cord shall be of sufficient length to
allow connection of the TTY and the telephone handset. |
704.4.1
Height. When in use, the touch surface of TTY keypads
shall be 34 inches (865 mm) minimum above the finish floor. EXCEPTION:
Where seats are provided, TTYs shall not be required to comply with
704.4.1. |
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ANSI
704.5 Height. When in use, the touch surface of TTY keypads
shall be 34 inches (865 mm) minimum above the floor. EXCEPTION:
Where seats are provided, TTYs shall not be required to comply with Section
704.5. |
704.5
TTY Shelf. Public pay telephones required to accommodate
portable TTYs shall be equipped with a shelf and an electrical outlet within
or adjacent to the telephone enclosure. The telephone handset shall be
capable of being placed flush on the surface of the shelf. The shelf shall be
capable of accommodating a TTY and shall have 6 inches (150 mm) minimum
vertical clearance above the area where the TTY is to be placed. |
(2) Pay telephones designed to accommodate a portable text telephone
shall be equipped with a shelf and an electrical outlet within or adjacent to
the telephone enclosure. The telephone handset shall be capable of being
placed flush on the surface of the shelf. The shelf shall be capable of
accommodating a text telephone and shall have 6 in (152 mm) minimum vertical
clearance in the area where the text telephone is to be placed. |
ANSI
704.6 TTY Shelf. Where pay telephones designed to accommodate a
portable TTY are provided, they shall be equipped with a shelf and an
electrical outlet within or adjacent to the telephone enclosure. The
telephone handset shall be capable of being placed flush on the surface of the
shelf. The shelf shall be capable of accommodating a TTY and shall have a
vertical clearance 6 inches (150 mm) minimum in height above the area where
the TTY is placed. |
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(3)
Equivalent facilitation may be provided. For example, a portable text telephone
may be made available in a hotel at the registration desk if it is available
on a 24-hour basis for use with nearby public pay telephones. In this
instance, at least one pay telephone shall comply with paragraph 2 of this
section. In addition, if an acoustic coupler is used, the telephone handset
cord shall be sufficiently long so as to allow connection of the text
telephone and the telephone receiver. Directional signage shall be provided
and shall comply with 4.30.7.
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4.31.4 Protruding Objects. Telephones shall
comply with 4.4. |
ANSI
704.7 Protruding Objects. Telephones, enclosures, and related
equipment shall comply with Section 307. |
705
Detectable Warnings |
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ANSI
705 Detectable Warnings |
4.29.1 General. Detectable warnings required by 4.1 and
4.7 shall comply with 4.29. |
ANSI
705.1 General. Detectable warning surfaces shall comply with
Section 705. |
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705.1
General. Detectable warnings shall consist of a surface
of truncated domes and shall comply with 705. |
4.29.2 Detectable Warnings
on Walking Surfaces. Detectable warnings shall consist of
raised truncated domes with a diameter of nominal 0.9 in (23 mm), a height of
nominal 0.2 in (5 mm) and a center-to-center spacing of nominal 2.35 in (60
mm) and shall contrast visually with adjoining surfaces, either
light-on-dark, or dark-on-light. The material used to provide contrast shall be an
integral part of the walking surface. Detectable warnings used on interior
surfaces shall differ from adjoining walking surfaces in resiliency or
sound-on-cane contact. |
ANSI
705.4 Interior Locations. Detectable warning surfaces in interior
locations shall differ from adjoining walking surfaces in resiliency or sound–on–cane
contact. |
ANSI
705.5 Truncated Domes. Detectable warning surfaces shall have
truncated domes complying with Section 705.5. |
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705.1.1
Dome Size. Truncated domes in a detectable warning surface
shall have a base diameter of 0.9 inch (23 mm) minimum and 1.4 inches (36 mm)
maximum, a top diameter of 50 percent of the base diameter minimum to 65
percent of the base diameter maximum, and a height of 0.2 inch (5.1 mm). |
ANSI
705.5.1 Size. Truncated domes shall have a base diameter of 0.9
inch (23 mm) minimum to 1.4 inch (36 mm) maximum, and a top diameter of 50
percent minimum to 65 percent maximum of the base diameter. |
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ANSI 705.5.2 Height.
Truncated domes shall have a height of 0.2 inch (5.1 mm). |
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705.1.2
Dome Spacing. Truncated domes in a detectable warning surface
shall have a center-to-center spacing of 1.6 inches (41 mm) minimum and 2.4
inches (61 mm) maximum, and a base-to-base spacing of 0.65 inch (17 mm)
minimum, measured between the most adjacent domes on a square grid. |
ANSI
705.5.3 Spacing. Truncated domes shall have a center–to–center
spacing of 1.6 inches (41 mm) minimum and 2.4 inches (61 mm) maximum, and a
base–to–base spacing of 0.65 inch (16.5 mm) minimum, measured between the
most adjacent domes on the grid. |
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705.1.3
Contrast. Detectable warning surfaces shall contrast
visually with adjacent walking surfaces either light-on-dark, or
dark-on-light. |
ANSI
705.3 Contrast. Detectable warning surfaces shall contrast
visually with adjacent surfaces, either light–on–dark or dark–on–light. |
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ANSI
705.5.4 Alignment. Truncated domes shall be aligned in a square grid
pattern. |
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4.29.7 Standardization. (Reserved). |
ANSI
705.2 Standardization. Detectable warning surfaces shall be
standard within a building, facility, site, or complex of buildings. EXCEPTION: In
facilities that have both interior and exterior locations, detectable
warnings in exterior locations shall not be required to comply with Section
705.4. |
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4.29.3
Detectable Warnings on Doors To Hazardous Areas. (Reserved).
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4.29.4 Detectable Warnings at
Stairs. (Reserved). |
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4.29.5
Detectable Warnings at Hazardous Vehicular Areas. If a
walk crosses or adjoins a vehicular way, and the walking surfaces are not
separated by curbs, railings, or other elements between the pedestrian areas
and vehicular areas, the boundary between the areas shall be defined by a
continuous detectable warning which is 36 in (915 mm) wide, complying with
4.29.2. |
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4.29.6 Detectable Warnings at Reflecting Pools.
The edges of reflecting pools shall be protected by railings, walls, curbs,
or detectable warnings complying with 4.29.2. |
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705.2
Platform Edges. Detectable warning surfaces at platform boarding
edges shall be 24 inches (610 mm) wide and shall extend the full length of
the public use areas of the platform. |
10.3.1 New
Construction. New stations in rapid rail, light rail, commuter rail,
intercity bus, intercity rail, high speed rail, and other fixed guideway
systems (e.g., automated guideway transit, monorails, etc.) shall comply with
the following provisions, as applicable: (8)
Platform edges bordering a drop-off and not protected by platform screens or
guard rails shall have a detectable warning. Such detectable warnings shall
comply with 4.29.2 and shall be 24 inches wide running the full length of the
platform drop-off. |
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706
Assistive Listening Systems |
4.33.7 Types
of Listening Systems. Assistive listening systems (ALS) are
intended to augment standard public address and audio systems by providing
signals which can be received directly by persons with special receivers or
their own hearing aids and which eliminate or filter background noise. The
type of assistive listening system appropriate for a particular application
depends on the characteristics of the setting, the nature of the program, and
the intended audience. Magnetic induction loops, infra-red and radio
frequency systems are types of listening systems which are appropriate for
various applications. |
ANSI
706 Assistive Listening Systems |
706.1
General. Assistive listening systems required in assembly
areas shall comply with 706. |
ANSI
706.1 General. Accessible assistive listening systems in
assembly areas shall comply with Section 706. |
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706.2
Receiver Jacks. Receivers required for use with an assistive
listening system shall include a 1/8 inch (3.2 mm) standard mono jack. |
ANSI
706.2 Receiver Jacks. Receivers required for use with an
assistive listening system shall include a 1/8–inch (3.2 mm) standard mono
jack. |
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706.3
Receiver Hearing-Aid Compatibility. Receivers required to be
hearing-aid compatible shall interface with telecoils in hearing aids through
the provision of neckloops. |
ANSI
706.3 Receiver Hearing–Aid Compatibility. Receivers required to
be hearing aid compatible shall interface with telecoils in hearing aids
through the provision of neck loops. |
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706.4
Sound Pressure Level. Assistive listening systems shall be
capable of providing a sound pressure level of 110 dB minimum and 118 dB
maximum with a dynamic range on the volume control of 50 dB. |
ANSI
706.4 Sound Pressure Level. Assistive listening systems
shall be capable of providing a sound pressure level of 110 dB minimum and
118 dB maximum, with a dynamic range on the volume control of 50 dB. |
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706.5
Signal-to-Noise Ratio. The signal-to-noise ratio for internally
generated noise in assistive listening systems shall be 18 dB minimum. |
ANSI
706.5 Signal–to–Noise Ratio. The signal–to–noise ratio for
internally generated noise in assistive listening systems shall be 18 dB
minimum. |
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706.6
Peak Clipping Level. Peak clipping shall not exceed 18 dB of
clipping relative to the peaks of speech. |
ANSI
706.6 Peak Clipping Level. Peak clipping shall not
exceed 18 dB of clipping relative to the peaks of speech. |
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4.33.6 Placement of Listening
Systems. If the listening system
provided serves individual fixed seats, then such seats shall be located
within a 50 ft (15 m) viewing distance of the stage or playing area and shall
have a complete view of the stage or playing area. |
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707
Automatic Teller Machines and Fare Machines |
4.34 Automated Teller
Machines. |
ANSI
707 Automatic Teller Machines (ATMs) and Fare Machines |
707.1
General. Automatic teller machines and fare machines
shall comply with 707. |
4.34.1 General. Each automated teller machine required
to be accessible by 4.1.3 shall be on an accessible route and shall comply
with 4.34. |
ANSI
707.1 General. Accessible automatic teller machines and fare
machines shall comply with Section 707. |
707.2
Clear Floor or Ground Space. A clear floor or ground
space complying with 305 shall be provided. EXCEPTION:
Clear floor or ground space shall not be required at drive-up only automatic
teller machines and fare machines. |
4.34.2 Clear Floor Space. The
automated teller machine shall be located so that clear floor space complying
with 4.2.4 is provided to allow a person using a wheelchair to make a forward
approach, a parallel approach, or both, to the machine. |
ANSI
707.2 Clear Floor Space. A clear floor space complying with
Section 305 shall be provided in front of the machine. EXCEPTION:
Clear floor space is not required at drive up only automatic teller machines
and fare machines. |
707.3
Operable Parts. Operable parts shall comply with 309. Unless a
clear or correct key is provided, each operable part shall be able to be
differentiated by sound or touch, without activation. EXCEPTION:
Drive-up only automatic teller machines and fare machines shall not be
required to comply with 309.2 and 309.3. |
4.34.3 Reach Ranges. (1)
Forward Approach Only. If only a forward approach is possible, operable parts
of all controls shall be placed within the forward reach range specified in
4.2.5. (2)
Parallel Approach Only. If only a parallel approach is possible, operable
parts of controls shall be placed as follows: (a) Reach Depth Not More Than 10
in (255 mm). Where the reach depth to the operable parts of all controls as
measured from the vertical plane perpendicular to the edge of the
unobstructed clear floor space at the farthest protrusion of the automated
teller machine or surround is not more than 10 in (255 mm), the maximum
height above the finished floor or grade shall be 54 in (1370 mm). (b) Reach Depth More Than 10 in
(255 mm). Where the reach depth to the operable parts of any control as
measured from the vertical plane perpendicular to the edge of the
unobstructed clear floor space at the farthest protrusion of the automated
teller machine or surround is more than 10 in (255 mm), the maximum height
above the finished floor or grade shall be as follows: [see table below] (3)
Forward and Parallel Approach. If both a forward and parallel approach are
possible, operable parts of controls shall be placed within at least one of
the reach ranges in paragraphs (1) or (2) of this section. |
ANSI
707.3 Operable Parts. Operable parts shall comply with Section
309. Each operable part shall be able to be differentiated by sound or touch,
without activation. EXCEPTION:
Drive up only automatic teller machines and fare machines shall not be
required to comply with Section 309.2 or 309.3. |
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(4)
Bins. Where bins are provided for envelopes, waste paper, or other purposes,
at least one of each type provided shall comply with the applicable reach
ranges in paragraph (1), (2), or (3) of this section. EXCEPTION: Where a function can be performed in a
substantially equivalent manner by using an alternate control, only one of
the controls needed to perform that function is required to comply with this
section. If the controls are identified by tactile markings, such markings
shall be provided on both controls. |
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DOJ Table for 4.34.3(2)(b)
Reach Depth |
Maximum Height |
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inches |
millimeters |
inches |
millimeters |
10 |
255 |
54 |
1370 |
11 |
280 |
53 ½ |
1360 |
12 |
305 |
53 |
1345 |
13 |
330 |
52 ½ |
1335 |
14 |
355 |
51 ½ |
1310 |
15 |
380 |
51 |
1295 |
16 |
405 |
50 ½ |
1285 |
17 |
430 |
50 |
1270 |
18 |
455 |
49 ½ |
1255 |
19 |
485 |
49 |
1245 |
20 |
510 |
48 ½ |
1230 |
21 |
535 |
47 ½ |
1205 |
22 |
560 |
47 |
1195 |
23 |
585 |
46 ½ |
1180 |
24 |
610 |
46 |
1170 |
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4.34.4 Controls.
Controls for user activation shall comply with 4.27.4. |
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707.4
Privacy. Automatic teller machines shall provide the
opportunity for the same degree of privacy of input and output available to
all individuals. |
4.34.5 Equipment for Persons
with Vision Impairments. Instructions and all information for use
shall be made accessible to and independently usable by persons with vision
impairments. |
ANSI
707.4 Privacy. Automatic teller machines shall provide the
opportunity for the same degree of privacy of input and output available to
all individuals. |
707.5
Speech Output. Machines shall be speech enabled. Operating
instructions and orientation, visible transaction prompts, user input
verification, error messages, and all displayed information for full use
shall be accessible to and independently usable by individuals with vision
impairments. Speech shall be delivered through a mechanism that is readily
available to all users, including but not limited to, an industry standard
connector or a telephone handset. Speech shall be recorded or digitized
human, or synthesized. EXCEPTIONS: 1. Audible tones shall be permitted instead of
speech for visible output that is not displayed for security purposes,
including but not limited to, asterisks representing personal identification
numbers. 2. Advertisements and other similar information
shall not be required to be audible unless they convey information that can
be used in the transaction being conducted. 3. Where speech synthesis cannot be supported,
dynamic alphabetic output shall not be required to be audible. |
ANSI
707.8 Speech Output. Machines shall be speech enabled.
Operating instructions and orientation, visible transaction prompts, user
input verification, error messages, and all displayed information for full
use shall be accessible to and independently usable by individuals with
vision impairments. Speech shall be delivered through a mechanism that is
readily available to all users including, but not limited to, an industry
standard connector or a telephone handset. Speech shall be recorded or
digitized human, or synthesized. EXCEPTIONS:
1. Audible tones shall be permitted in lieu of
speech for visible output that is not displayed for security purposes, including
but not limited to, asterisks representing personal identification numbers. 2. Advertisements and other similar information
shall not be required to be audible unless they convey information that can
be used in the transaction being conducted. 3. Where speech synthesis cannot be supported,
dynamic alphabetic output shall not be required to be audible. |
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707.5.1
User Control. Speech shall be capable of being repeated or interrupted.
Volume control shall be provided for the speech function. EXCEPTION:
Speech output for any single function shall be permitted to be automatically
interrupted when a transaction is selected. |
ANSI
707.8.1 User Control. Speech shall be capable of being
repeated and interrupted by the user. There shall be a volume control for the
speech function. EXCEPTION:
Speech output for any single function shall be permitted to be automatically
interrupted when a transaction is selected. |
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707.5.2
Receipts. Where receipts are provided, speech output
devices shall provide audible balance inquiry information, error messages,
and all other information on the printed receipt necessary to complete or
verify the transaction. EXCEPTIONS: 1. Machine location, date and time of
transaction, customer account number, and the machine identifier shall not be
required to be audible. 2. Information on printed receipts that
duplicates information available on-screen shall not be required to be
presented in the form of an audible receipt. 3. Printed copies of bank statements and checks
shall not be required to be audible. |
ANSI
707.8.2 Receipts. Where receipts are provided, speech output
devices shall provide audible balance inquiry information, error messages,
and all other information on the printed receipt necessary to complete or
verify the transaction. EXCEPTIONS:
1. Machine location, date and time of
transaction, customer account number, and the machine identifier shall not be
required to be audible. 2. Information on printed receipts that duplicates
audible information available on–screen shall not be required to be presented
in the form of an audible receipt. 3. Printed copies of bank statements and checks
shall not be required to be audible. |
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707.6
Input. Input devices shall comply with 707.6. |
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707.6.1
Input Controls. At least one tactilely discernible input control
shall be provided for each function. Where provided, key surfaces not on
active areas of display screens, shall be raised above surrounding surfaces.
Where membrane keys are the only method of input, each shall be tactilely
discernable from surrounding surfaces and adjacent keys. |
ANSI
707.9 Input Controls. At least one tactually discernible input
control shall be provided for each function. Where provided, key surfaces not
on active areas of display screens shall be raised above surrounding
surfaces. Where membrane keys are the only method of input, each shall be
tactually discernable from surrounding surfaces and adjacent keys. |
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707.6.2
Numeric Keys. Numeric keys shall be arranged in a 12-key
ascending or descending telephone keypad layout. The number five key shall be
tactilely distinct from the other keys. |
ANSI
707.5 Numeric Keys. Numeric keys shall be arranged in a 12–key
ascending or descending telephone keypad layout. The number Five key shall
have a single raised dot. |
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707.6.3
Function Keys. Function keys shall comply with 707.6.3. |
ANSI
707.6 Function Keys. Function keys shall comply with Section
707.6. |
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707.6.3.1
Contrast. Function keys shall contrast visually from
background surfaces. Characters and symbols on key surfaces shall contrast
visually from key surfaces. Visual contrast shall be either light-on-dark or
dark-on-light. EXCEPTION: Tactile
symbols required by 707.6.3.2 shall not be required to comply with 707.6.3.1. |
ANSI
707.6.2 Contrast. Function keys shall contrast visually from
background surfaces. Characters and symbols on key surfaces shall contrast
visually from key surfaces. Visual contrast shall be either light–on–dark or
dark–on–light. EXCEPTION:
Tactile symbols required by Section 707.6.1 shall not be required to comply
with Section 707.6.2. |
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707.6.3.2
Tactile Symbols. Function key surfaces shall have tactile symbols as
follows: Enter or Proceed key: raised circle; Clear or Correct key: raised
left arrow; Cancel key: raised letter ex; Add Value key: raised plus sign;
Decrease Value key: raised minus sign. |
ANSI
707.6.1 Tactile Symbols. Function key surfaces shall have raised
tactile symbols as shown in Table 707.6.1. |
ANSI
Table 707.6.1—Tactile Symbols |
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Key Function |
Description of Tactile Symbol |
Tactile Symbol |
Enter or Proceed: |
CIRCLE |
Not replicated here |
Clear or Correct: |
LEFT ARROW |
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Cancel: |
“X” |
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Add Value: |
PLUS SIGN |
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Decrease Value: |
MINUS SIGN |
New ADAAG |
DOJ Standards for Accessible
Design |
International Building Code |
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707.7
Display Screen. The display screen shall comply with 707.7. EXCEPTION:
Drive-up only automatic teller machines and fare machines shall not be
required to comply with 707.7.1. |
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ANSI
707.7 Display Screen. The display screen shall comply with
Section 707.7. |
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707.7.1
Visibility. The display screen shall be visible from a point
located 40 inches (1015 mm) above the center of the clear floor space in
front of the machine. |
707.7.1
Visibility. The display screen shall be visible from a point
located 40 inches (1015 mm) above the center of the clear floor space in
front of the machine. EXCEPTION:
Drive up only automatic teller machines and fare machines shall not be
required to comply with Section 707.7.1. |
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707.7.2
Characters. Characters displayed on the screen shall be in a
sans serif font. Characters shall be 3/16 inch (4.8 mm) high minimum based on
the uppercase letter "I". Characters shall contrast with their
background with either light characters on a dark background or dark
characters on a light background. |
ANSI
707.7.2 Characters. Characters displayed on the screen shall
be in a sans serif font. The uppercase letter “I” shall be used to determine
the allowable height of all characters of the font. The uppercase letter “I”
of the font shall be 3/16 inch (4.8 mm) minimum in height. Characters shall
contrast with their background with either light characters on a dark
background, or dark characters on a light background. |
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707.8
Braille Instructions. Braille instructions for initiating the
speech mode shall be provided. Braille shall comply with 703.3. |
ANSI
707.10 Braille Instructions. Braille instructions for
initiating the speech mode shall be provided. Braille shall comply with
Section 703.4. |
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708
Two-Way Communication Systems |
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ANSI
708 Two–Way Communication Systems |
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708.1
General. Two-way communication systems shall comply with
708. |
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ANSI
708.1 General. Accessible two–way communication systems shall
comply with Section 708. |
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708.2
Audible and Visual Indicators. The system shall provide
both audible and visual signals. |
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ANSI
708.2 Audible and Visual Indicators. The system shall provide
both visual and audible signals. |
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708.3
Handsets. Handset cords, if provided, shall be 29 inches
(735 mm) long minimum. |
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ANSI
708.3 Handsets. Handset cords, if provided, shall be 29 inches
(735 mm) minimum in length. |
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708.4
Residential Dwelling Unit Communication Systems.
Communications systems between a residential dwelling unit and a site,
building, or floor entrance shall comply with 708.4. |
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708.4.1
Common Use or Public Use System Interface. The common use or
public use system interface shall include the capability of supporting voice
and TTY communication with the residential dwelling unit interface. |
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708.4.2
Residential Dwelling Unit Interface. The residential dwelling
unit system interface shall include a telephone jack capable of supporting
voice and TTY communication with the common use or public use system
interface. |
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