CAPS Universal Design Principles & Accessibility Standards

Question 1

How many core principles does the concept of Universal Design include?

Accepted Answer

7

Answer

Universal Design is built on 7 principles developed at North Carolina State University in 1997, covering equitable use through size and space for approach.

Question 2

According to ADA guidelines, what is the minimum clear width a doorway must provide (with the door open 90 degrees) to be considered accessible?

Accepted Answer

32 inches

Answer

The ADA Standards require a minimum clear opening width of 32 inches when a door is open 90 degrees, though 36 inches is recommended for aging-in-place applications.

Question 3

What is the maximum slope ratio permitted for an accessible wheelchair ramp per ADA guidelines?

Accepted Answer

1:12

Answer

The ADA requires ramps to have a maximum slope of 1:12 (one inch of rise for every 12 inches of horizontal run), making the gradient manageable for wheelchair users.

Question 4

The Fair Housing Act Accessibility Guidelines (FHAG) require that covered multifamily dwellings provide doorways with a minimum nominal clear width of:

Accepted Answer

32 inches

Answer

The Fair Housing Act Accessibility Guidelines require a minimum nominal clear opening of 32 inches for primary entrance doors and all interior doors in covered units.

Question 5

According to ANSI A117.1, grab bars in accessible bathrooms should be mounted at what height range above the finished floor?

Accepted Answer

33–36 inches

Answer

ANSI A117.1 specifies that grab bars should be installed between 33 and 36 inches above the finished floor to be within comfortable reach for seated or standing users.

(CAPS) Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist Practice Test

(CAPS) Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist Practice Test

CAPS Universal Design Principles & Accessibility Standards