CMC ADA Compliance & Barrier Removal 3

Question 1

Under ADA Standards, what is the minimum clear floor space required at an accessible fixture for a side-approach wheelchair transfer?

Accepted Answer

30 × 48 inches

Answer

A 30-by-48-inch clear floor space is the standard minimum for a single wheelchair position, whether for forward or side approach.

Question 2

Which ADA Standard governs accessible routes within residential dwelling units covered under Fair Housing?

Accepted Answer

Fair Housing Act Accessibility Guidelines (FHAG)

Answer

The Fair Housing Act Accessibility Guidelines apply to covered multifamily dwellings, separate from ADA Standards for public accommodations.

Question 3

A threshold at an accessible entrance may not exceed what height without a beveled edge?

Accepted Answer

¼ inch

Answer

Thresholds up to ¼ inch may be vertical; those between ¼ and ½ inch must be beveled, and anything over ½ inch is not compliant.

Question 4

When performing a CMC home assessment, you find a 3-inch level change at a back-door threshold. The most compliant solution is to:

Accepted Answer

Install a portable threshold ramp at a 1:12 slope

Answer

A threshold ramp at 1:12 slope converts the abrupt level change into a compliant ramped transition for wheelchair access.

Question 5

Under the ADA, 'readily achievable' barrier removal is defined as:

Accepted Answer

Barrier removal that can be accomplished without much difficulty or expense

Answer

The ADA defines 'readily achievable' as easily accomplishable without much difficulty or expense, considering the business's overall financial resources.

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CMC ADA Compliance & Barrier Removal 3