ADA Checklist for New Lodging Facilities

B. Slopes - Examine each of the interior routes described above:

...excluding accessible ramps, do the corridors have running slopes (i.e.: in the direction of travel) not more than 1:20 (critical dimension of 1 1/4" or less)? [ADA Stds. 4.3.7; 4.8]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: ___________________________________________

...are the interior ramps at least 36" wide between the two handrails to allow for convenient wheelchair travel? [ADA Stds. 4.8.3]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: ___________________________________________

...do the interior ramps have running slopes that are 1:12 or less (critical dimension of 2" or less)? [ADA Stds. 4.8.2]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: ___________________________________________

...do the interior ramps have top, middle and bottom landings that are level and at least 60" long to allow for adequate maneuvering and resting space for persons who use wheelchairs, walkers, and other mobility aids? [ADA Stds. 4.8.4]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: ___________________________________________

...if a ramp is more than 30' long, is there a middle landing that is level, at least as wide as the ramp run it serves, and at least 60" long? [ADA Stds. 4.8.4]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: ___________________________________________

...for corridors into which at least one door swings, is there at least 54" clear floor space opposite the door, to allow a person who uses a wheelchair adequate space to turn and enter the doorway? [ADA Stds. 4.13.6]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: ___________________________________________