CPSI ADA Accessibility Guidelines 5

Question 1

For a playground with less than 1,000 square feet of area, what is the ADA minimum for accessible ground-level components?

Accepted Answer

At least 1

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At least 2

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25% of total

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50% of total

Question 2

What is the minimum turning space diameter required for wheelchair maneuvering on accessible routes within play areas?

Accepted Answer

60 inches

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36 inches

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48 inches

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72 inches

Question 3

When an accessible route passes through a loose-fill surface zone (such as wood chips), what must be provided?

Accepted Answer

A firm and stable pathway complying with ASTM F1951

Answer

The loose fill must be completely removed from the entire area

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A bridge spanning the entire loose-fill zone

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Loose fill depth reduced to 1 inch

Question 4

ADA requires that at least one of each ______ of ground-level play component be on an accessible route.

Accepted Answer

Type of play activity

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Color

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Size category

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Age-group designation

Question 5

A small playground has only a spring rider and a set of swings. Under ADA, which components must be on an accessible route?

Accepted Answer

At least one of each type — the spring rider and at least one swing seat

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Only the spring rider

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Only the accessible swing seat

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Neither, as small playgrounds are exempt

Question 6

What does ASTM F1951 specifically measure when evaluating a playground surface for accessibility?

Accepted Answer

The work (energy) required to propel a wheelchair across the surface

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Impact attenuation (fall protection rating)

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Flammability rating of surface materials

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Chemical composition of rubber or synthetic surfaces

Question 7

A playground owner proposes using loose sand as the accessible route surface throughout the play area. This would:

Accepted Answer

Violate ADA because loose sand is not firm and stable

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Be acceptable if the sand is raked smooth before opening

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Be acceptable only during dry weather conditions

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Be acceptable if the sand layer is at least 6 inches deep