405.9.1 Extended Floor or Ground Surface

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405.9.1 Extended Floor or Ground Surface.

The floor or ground surface of the ramp run or landing shall extend 12 inches (305 mm) minimum beyond the inside face of a handrail complying with 505.

Advisory 405.9.1 Extended Floor or Ground Surface. The extended surface prevents wheelchair casters and crutch tips from slipping off the ramp surface.

The cross section of a ramp with handrails is shown where the ramp surface extends 12 inches (305 mm) minimum to the outside of the handrails.

Figure 405.9.1 Extended Floor or Ground Surface Edge Protection

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2012 Texas Accessibility Standards (TAS) Pocket Guide

405.9.1 Extended Floor or Ground Surface.

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