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Note: Portions of this document or referenced document qualify for 2013 CBC Section 11B-202.4, Exception 2, and all or part of this information may only apply to California “Safe Harbored” elements addressed in that Exception.

11B-608.6 Shower spray unit and water.

A shower spray unit with a hose 59 inches (1499 mm) long minimum that can be used both as a fixed-position shower head and as a hand-held shower shall be provided. The shower spray unit shall have an on/off control with a non-positive shut-off. If an adjustable-height shower head on a vertical bar is used, the bar shall be installed so as not to obstruct the use of grab bars. Shower spray units shall deliver water that is 120°F (49°C) maximum.

[S.H. 1115B.4.4.5]

Exception:  Where subject to excessive vandalism, two fixed shower heads shall be installed instead of a hand-held spray unit in facilities that are not transient lodging guest rooms. Each shower head shall be installed so it can be operated independently of the other and shall have swivel angle adjustments, both vertically and horizontally.

[2010 ADAS] EXCEPTION:  A fixed shower head located at 48 inches (1220 mm)  maximum above the shower finish floor shall be permitted instead of a hand-held spray unit in facilities that are not medical care facilities, long-term care facilities, transient lodging guest rooms, or residential dwelling units.

[2010 ADAS] Advisory 608.6 Shower Spray Unit and Water.  Ensure that hand-held shower spray units are capable of delivering water pressure substantially equivalent to fixed shower heads.

ETA Editor's Note

The 2010 ADAS Exception at 608.6 allows the installation of fixed shower heads at accessible showers in fewer locations than 2013 CBC.  If hand-held units are subject to excessive vandalism at a medical care facility, long-term care facility or residential dwelling unit, 2013 CBC would allow the installation of fixed shower heads, while 2010 ADAS would not.  However, the 2010 ADAS Exception does not require the consideration of excessive vandalism.

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