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

Answer

Smaller play areas under 1,000 square feet need only 1 accessible ground-level play component on an accessible route.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

60 inches

Answer

Turning spaces must provide at least a 60-inch clear diameter circle (or equivalent T-shaped space) for wheelchair maneuvering.

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

Where the accessible route crosses through soft surface areas, a firm, stable pathway meeting ASTM F1951 must be installed to maintain accessibility.

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

Answer

At least one of each type of ground-level play component must be on an accessible route to ensure a variety of accessible play experiences.

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

Answer

Since both a spring rider and swings represent different types of ground-level components, at least one of each type must be on an accessible route.

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