Ramps

5 Responses to Ramps

1. zack kessell says:

   July 17, 2015 at 9:12 am

   So if the ramp is 1:20, that would be okay? What if the ramp is 1:21 or greater? Is a ramp even required at all in the case?

   Also, if an exhibit has a flow of traffic in and out and the exhibit is only 28ft long from front to back, is it okay to have the ADA compliant ramp to attach to the side exit door?

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   • Dwight Ashdown says:

     July 17, 2015 at 9:48 am

     Technically if it’s under 1:20 or less than 5% – it’s not a “ramp” and you can extend that all day. At 1:20 or above, it becomes a ramp, and needs to meet the requirements of a ramp w/ handrails, level landings etc.

     I would need to see a diagram of your exhibit / ramp / exit door configuration in or to comment on it.

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2. Abi and Devin says:

   February 28, 2016 at 8:42 pm

   We are working on a school project, and we have chosen you to ask a few questions! On a more personal level, what are the ramps that you use most often and under what conditions? What other constraints do you need to keep in mind when building an access ramp that is ADA compliant? Thanks!

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3. Abi and Devin says:

   February 28, 2016 at 8:44 pm

   Hi, we are working on a school project, and we have chosen you to ask a few questions! On a more personal level, what are the ramps that you use most often and under what conditions? What other constraints do you need to keep in mind when building an access ramp that is ADA compliant? Thanks!

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   • Dwight Ashdown says:

     February 29, 2016 at 7:27 am

     The best source for information about accessible ramps would be our digital book ADA4CA that’s available on Itunes, Amazon & Barnes & Noble.

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