2019 California Standards for Accessible Design Guide (effective January 1, 2020 with July 1, 2021 amendments)
11B-1002.6 Transfer devices for use with amusement rides.
Transfer devices for use with amusement rides shall comply with Section 11B-1002.6 when positioned for loading and unloading.
Designs that limit the number of transfers required from a wheelchair or mobility device to the ride seat are encouraged. When using a transfer device to access an amusement ride, the least number of transfers and the shortest distance is most usable. Where possible, designers are encouraged to locate the transfer device seat no higher than 17 to 19 inches (430 to 485 mm) above the load and unload surface. Where greater distances are required for transfers, providing gripping surfaces, seat padding, and avoiding sharp objects in the path of transfer will facilitate the transfer. Where a series of transfers are required to reach the amusement ride seat, each vertical transfer should not exceed 8 inches (205 mm). ◼
11B-1002.6.1 Clear floor or ground space.
A clear floor or ground space complying with Section 11B-305 shall be provided in the load and unload area adjacent to the transfer device.
11B-1002.6.2 Transfer height.
The height of transfer device seats shall be 14 inches (356 mm) minimum and 24 inches (610 mm) maximum measured from the load and unload surface.
11B-1002.6.3 Wheelchair storage space.
Wheelchair storage spaces complying with Section 11B-305 shall be provided in or adjacent to unload areas for each required transfer device and shall not overlap any required means of egress or accessible route.
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