11. Protruding Objects in the Circulation Path

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11. ...since blind persons and persons with low vision can walk on any sidewalks, are all sidewalks and walkways free of any objects (i.e.: fire extinguishers, wall mounted lights, electrical meters, signs, pay phones, trees, shrubs, etc.) that pose a hazard to blind persons and persons with low vision by projecting into the path more than 4"? [ADA Stds. 4.4; 4.1.2(3); 4.1.3(2)]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _________________________________________

Two line drawings. On the left a drawing with a front view of a blind person using a cane. An overhead sign "Lobby" is mounted so the bottom edge is 80" min. above the floor. Wall-mounted objects above 27" cannot protrude more than 4".
On the right, the drawing shows the same blind person and a wall-mounted object with the bottom edge at 27" or lower. The object can protrude any amount if the bottom edge is 27" or lower.

Overhead Hazards ADA Stds. Figure 8(a) - Walking Parallel to a Wall

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