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Bobrick B35745
- Thread starter Rick 1956
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MtnArch
Sawhorse
The newest interpretation in California does not allow us to use the B-35745 Combo unit any longer. Bobrick created the B-3091/3092 to meet the standards.
The reasoning given was that the flange around the unit encroached into the required 1-1/2" clearance at the grab bar by 3/16". Whether you agree with it or not, this is what needs to be used in California.
The reasoning given was that the flange around the unit encroached into the required 1-1/2" clearance at the grab bar by 3/16". Whether you agree with it or not, this is what needs to be used in California.
Jean Tessmer-HI
Member
The toilet seat cover tissue dispenser is also part of the issue. You need to have a clear floor space 30x48 side or forward approach and have the seat cover dispenser within reach range. The toilet is obstructing the required clear floor approach space. MtnArch is also correct about the flange behind the grab bar reducing the 1.5" finger clearance. I usually mount the SCD on the wide side wall of the toilet stall or compartment. That way it can be a surface mounted unit and should have the 30x48 clear floor space to approach it.
Jean Tessmer-HI
Member
Reference ADA 205 - Dispensers and Receptacles where provided. See also 309 Operable parts.
Operable Parts (§309) Operable parts must have compliant clear floor space for a forward or side approach. They also must be located within accessible reach range and usable with one hand and without tight grasping, pinching, twisting of the wrist, or more than 5 pounds force.
Water Closets [§213.3.2, §604]
Criteria for water closets address location, clearance, seats, grab bars, flush controls, and dispensers. Water closets can be arranged for either a left-hand or right-hand approach.
ADA Chapter 6:
The required clearance provides space for approach and transfer to water closets. The water closet, associated grab bars, toilet paper dispensers, seat cover and
other dispensers, coat hooks, shelves, and sanitary napkin disposal units are the only elements that can overlap this clearance (§604.3.2). Other elements and fixtures cannot overlap the required water closet clearance. (In residential dwelling units, a lavatory can overlap a portion of the water closet clearance under certain conditions.) weblink - https://www.access-board.gov/search/?utf8=✓&affiliate=usab&query=seat+cover+dispenser
Element. An architectural or mechanical component of a building, facility, space, or site.
In the 2010 ADA it references using the 1990 ADA (the congressionally issued statute):
ADA CHAPTER 1: APPLICATION AND ADMINISTRATION- 101 Purpose
101.1 General. This document contains scoping and technical requirements for accessibility to sites, facilities, buildings, and elements by individuals with disabilities. The requirements are to be applied during the design, construction, additions to, and alteration of sites, facilities, buildings, and elements to
the extent required by regulations issued by Federal agencies under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA).
Operable Parts (§309) Operable parts must have compliant clear floor space for a forward or side approach. They also must be located within accessible reach range and usable with one hand and without tight grasping, pinching, twisting of the wrist, or more than 5 pounds force.
Water Closets [§213.3.2, §604]
Criteria for water closets address location, clearance, seats, grab bars, flush controls, and dispensers. Water closets can be arranged for either a left-hand or right-hand approach.
ADA Chapter 6:
The required clearance provides space for approach and transfer to water closets. The water closet, associated grab bars, toilet paper dispensers, seat cover and
other dispensers, coat hooks, shelves, and sanitary napkin disposal units are the only elements that can overlap this clearance (§604.3.2). Other elements and fixtures cannot overlap the required water closet clearance. (In residential dwelling units, a lavatory can overlap a portion of the water closet clearance under certain conditions.) weblink - https://www.access-board.gov/search/?utf8=✓&affiliate=usab&query=seat+cover+dispenser
Element. An architectural or mechanical component of a building, facility, space, or site.
In the 2010 ADA it references using the 1990 ADA (the congressionally issued statute):
ADA CHAPTER 1: APPLICATION AND ADMINISTRATION- 101 Purpose
101.1 General. This document contains scoping and technical requirements for accessibility to sites, facilities, buildings, and elements by individuals with disabilities. The requirements are to be applied during the design, construction, additions to, and alteration of sites, facilities, buildings, and elements to
the extent required by regulations issued by Federal agencies under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA).
Jean Tessmer-HI
Member
2010 ADA reference to the 1990 ADA - 4.27.2 Clear Floor Space. Clear floor space complying with 4.2.4 that allows a forward or a parallel approach by a person using a wheel-chair shall be provided at controls, dispensers, receptacles, and other operable equipment