ABA Accessibility Standard for GSA Facilities Pocket Guide

607.4.2 Bathtubs without Permanent Seats.

For bathtubs without permanent seats, grab bars shall comply with 607.4.2.

Figure 607.4.2 Grab Bars for Bathtubs with Removable In-Tub Seats

607.4.2.1 Back Wall.

Two grab bars shall be installed on the back wall, one located in accordance with 609.4 and other located 8 inches (205 mm) minimum and 10 inches (255 mm) maximum above the rim of the bathtub. Each grab bar shall be 24 inches (610 mm) long minimum and shall be installed 24 inches (610 mm) maximum from the head end wall and 12 inches (305 mm) maximum from the control end wall. [ECTCR UFAS 4.34.5.4(3), Fig. 48(a)]

607.4.2.2 Control End Wall.

A grab bar 24 inches (610 mm) long minimum shall be installed on the control end wall at the front edge of the bathtub. [ECTCR UFAS 4.34.5.4(3), Fig. 48(a)]

607.4.2.3 Head End Wall.

A grab bar 12 inches (305 mm) long minimum shall be installed on the head end wall at the front edge of the bathtub. [ECTCR UFAS 4.34.5.4(3), Fig. 48(a)]