X. Accessible Guestrooms and Suites...

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X. Accessible Guestrooms and Suites...

A. Does the hotel have the proper number of accessible guestrooms and accessible guestrooms with roll-in showers, based on the Table 9.1.2 below? [ADA Stds. 9.1.2]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: ___________________________________________

(Table 9.1.2)

	Column "A"	Column "B"
Total Rooms in Facility	Accessible Rooms	Rooms with Roll-in Showers

1 to 25	1	0
26 to 50	2	0
51 to 75	3	1
76 to 100	4	1
101 to 150	5	2
151 to 200	6	2
201 to 300	7	3
301 to 400	8	4
401 to 500	9	See below*
501 to 1000	2% of total rooms	See below*
1001+	20 + (1 per 100 over 1000)	See below*
Note: The number of accessible guest rooms for a given number of rooms in a hotel (left column) is derived by adding together column "A" and column "B".
* the number of roll-in shower rooms in hotels with more than 400 guestrooms total equals 4 + (1 per 100 rooms over 400).

B. Are the proper number of guestrooms for persons who are deaf or hard of hearing provided per Table 9.1.3 below? (Note: In addition to 9.1.2 rooms, the rooms required by Table 9.1.3 must have auxiliary visual alarms, notification devices and telephone accommodations.) [ADA Stds. 9.1.3]

(Table 9.1.3)
Number of Rooms In the Hotel	Rooms for Hearing Impaired Guests

1 - 25	1
26 - 50	2
51 - 75	3
76 - 100	4
101 - 150	5
151 - 200	6
201 - 300	7
301 - 400	8
401 - 500	9
501 - 1000	2% of total rooms
1001 and over	20 plus 1 for each 100 over 1000

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: ___________________________________________

C. Are the proper number of the following elements provided for persons who are deaf or hard of hearing in each accessible guestroom/suite, each accessible guestroom/suite required to have a roll-in shower and each additional room for persons who are deaf or hard of hearing required in table 9.1.3: [ADA Stds. 9.3.1]

An electrical outlet within 4' of the telephone jack for TTY use?

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: ________________________________________

Visual notification device for door knocks and phone calls (Cannot be same strobe as the fire alarm strobe unit)?

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _____________________________________

Visual smoke alarm device, if audible smoke alarms are provided in the guestrooms?

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _____________________________________

Visual fire alarm (strobe) linked to building-wide fire alarm system, if such system is provided? (Note: In the guestrooms/suites, this requirement may be satisfied by either a fixed strobe unit hardwired to the building-wide fire alarm system, or by a kit which contains a portable strobe unit that can plug into a 110 volt electrical outlet and is also connected by some means to the building-wide fire alarm system.)

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _____________________________________

D. Have the required accessible guestrooms been distributed among the various types of rooms, such as those listed below, to provide persons with disabilities the same or similar choice as other persons... [ADA Stds. 9.1.4]

Rooms with One Bed?

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _____________________________________

Rooms with Two Beds?

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _____________________________________

Connecting Rooms?

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _____________________________________

Whirlpool Tub Suites?

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _____________________________________

Other types of Suites and Guestrooms?

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _____________________________________

E. Are smoking and non-smoking accessible guestrooms provided based upon the ratio of smoking and non-smoking guestrooms in the facility so persons with disabilities have the same options as everyone else? [ADA Stds. 9.1.4]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: ___________________________________________

F. Do all entry doors to accessible guestrooms and other interior doors (except doors on shallow closets) allow at least 32" of clear passage width to accommodate persons who use wheelchairs, crutches, and walkers? [ADA Stds. 9.2.2(3); 4.13.5]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: ___________________________________________

G. Is the door hardware (levers, pulls, panic bars, etc.) on all entry doors to accessible guestrooms and other passage doors within the room usable with one hand, without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist, since many persons with disabilities may not have high manual dexterity or use of both hands? [ADA Stds. 9.2.2(3); 4.13.9]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: ___________________________________________

H. On the pull side of each door (i.e.: entry door, connecting room door, bathroom doors and other passage doors) in every accessible guestroom/suite, are there at least 18" of clear floor space on the latch side for persons who use wheelchairs, walkers, and other mobility aids to approach and pull open? [ADA Stds. 9.2.2(3); 4.13.6]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: ___________________________________________

I. Is the security latch or bolt on the hall door mounted no higher than 48" above the floor so it is within the reach of persons who use wheelchairs and is it operable with one hand, without tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist? [ADA Stds. 9.2.2(3); 4.13.9]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: ___________________________________________

J. Regarding maneuvering space around the bed(s) in the accessible guestrooms...

...in accessible guestrooms with one bed, is there at least a 36" wide route on each side of the bed to allow persons who use wheelchairs to transfer onto the bed from either side? [ADA Stds. 9.2.2(1)]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _____________________________________

...in accessible guestrooms with two beds next to one another, is there a minimum of 36" between the two beds to allow persons who use wheelchairs to transfer onto either bed? [ADA Stds. 9.2.2(1)]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _____________________________________

... is there clear passage at the foot of each bed that is at least 36" wide so that persons who use wheelchairs can approach and use the accessible features throughout the room? [ADA Stds. 9.2.2(2)]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _____________________________________

K. Are the drapery wands and controls on fixed lamps and HVAC units easily operable with one hand, without tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist, since many persons with disabilities may not have high manual dexterity or use of both hands? [ADA Stds. 9.2.2(5); 4.27.4]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: ___________________________________________

L. Are all drapery control wands, fixed lamps and HVAC controls in accessible guestrooms placed within 54" of the floor for side approach or 48" of the floor for forward approach so persons who use wheelchairs can approach and use the controls? [ADA Stds. 9.2.2(5); 4.27.3]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: ___________________________________________

M. Are the rod and shelf in the clothes closet or wall mounted unit within 54" of the floor for side approach or 48" of the floor for forward approach so persons who use wheelchairs can approach and use the rod and shelf? [ADA Stds. 9.2.2(4); 4.25.3]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: ___________________________________________

N. Accessible Guestroom Bathroom Issues:

1. Do bathroom doors in accessible guestrooms allow at least 32" of clear passage width to accommodate persons who use wheelchairs, walkers and other mobility aids? [ADA Stds. 9.2.2(3); 4.13.5]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _____________________________________

2. Is the bathroom door hardware (levers, pulls, etc.) easily operable with one hand, without tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist, since many persons with disabilities may not have high manual dexterity or use of both hands? [ADA Stds. 9.2.2(3); 4.13.9]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _____________________________________

3. Is the accessible toilet in each accessible guestroom bathroom centered 18" from the adjacent side wall, which is the distance that will permit a person with a mobility impairment to use the grab bars? [ADA Stds. 9.2.2(6)(e); 4.23.4; 4.16.2]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _____________________________________

4. Does the toilet in each accessible guestroom bathroom have a horizontal grab bar along the adjacent side wall that is at least 42" long and mounted 33"-36" above the floor for stabilization and assistance during transfer from a wheelchair? [ADA Stds. 9.2.2(6)(e); 4.23.4; 4.16.2]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _____________________________________

5. Does the accessible toilet in each accessible guestroom bathroom have a horizontal grab bar along the wall behind the toilet that is at least 36" long and mounted 33"-36" above the floor for stabilization and assistance during transfer from a wheelchair? [ADA Stds. 9.2.2(6)(e); 4.23.4; 4.16.2]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _____________________________________

6. Is the toilet seat in each accessible toilet room between 17"-19" above the floor? [ADA Stds. 4.16.3]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _____________________________________

7. Is the lavatory (wash basin) in each accessible guestroom bathroom no more than 34" high with at least 29" high clearance under the front edge to allow persons who use wheelchairs to pull under the lavatory and use the faucet hardware? [ADA Stds. 9.2.2(6)(e); 4.23.6; 4.19.2]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _____________________________________

8. Does the lavatory in each accessible guestroom bathroom have drain and hot water pipes that are insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact? [ADA Stds. 9.2.2(6)(e); 4.23.6; 4.19.4]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _____________________________________

9. Does the lavatory in each accessible guestroom bathroom have a faucet that is easily operable (i.e.: levers, wrist blades, single arm, etc.) and usable with one hand, without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist? [ADA Stds. 9.2.2(6)(e); 4.23.6; 4.19.5]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _____________________________________

10. Is there clear floor space in each accessible guestroom bathroom where persons who use wheelchairs can turn around - either a 60" diameter circle or a "T"-turn area as shown in Figure 3 on page 15? [ADA Stds. 9.2.2(6)(e)]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _____________________________________

11. Is there adequate room for a person who uses a wheelchair to approach the bathroom door in each accessible guestroom bathroom from the pull side and pull it open without it hitting the wheelchair? (Note: this requires at least 18" of wall space on the latch side of the door.) [ADA Stds. 9.2.2(3); 4.13.6]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _____________________________________

12. Are there towel racks or bars placed within 54" of the floor for side approach or 48" of the floor for forward approach so persons who use wheelchairs can approach and use the towel racks? [ADA Stds. 9.2.2(4); 4.2.6]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _____________________________________

13. Are all of the bathroom floors in the accessible guestrooms slip-resistant so persons who use crutches and walkers do not fall? [ADA Stds. 4.5]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _____________________________________

O. Bathtubs - Do bathtubs (if provided) in the designated accessible guestrooms, comply with the following:

1. Are the tub faucet controls positioned between the center of the end wall and the open side of the tub so persons with disabilities may approach and adjust the controls before they transfer onto the tub seat to bathe? [ADA Stds. 4.23.8;4.20.2]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _____________________________________

2. Can the faucet controls and shower diverter be turned on and off easily and are they operable and usable with one hand, without tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist (i.e.: levers, single arm, etc.)? [ADA Stds. 4.23.8; 4.20.5]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _____________________________________

3. Is there a transfer tub seat (that can be securely attached to the tub) available for persons who may not be able to stand in the tub to bathe? [ADA Stds. 4.23.8; 4.20.3]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _____________________________________

4. Is there an adjustable height hand-held shower wand with at least a 60" long hose provided so persons who bathe from a seated position may wash and rinse with the directional spray? [ADA Stds. 4.23.8; 4.20.6]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _____________________________________

5. Is there a horizontal grab bar at the foot of the tub (by the controls) that is at least 24" long for stabilization while a person with a disability adjusts the water controls - see Figure 34 on page 25? [ADA Stds. 4.23.8; 4.20.4]

Line drawing showing side view/section of two bathtubs (a and b) - one equipped with a seat in the tub and the other with a built-in seat at the head (rear) of the tub. Drawings show the location of grab bars, control area and the hand-held shower.

(a) Seat in Tub. At the foot of the tub, the control area is shown by a dashed line in the shape of a box located below the grab bar and offset toward the open side of the tub. The grab bar above the control area is at least 24" long starting at the front edge of the tub. It is mounted 33 to 36 inches off the floor. At the back wall, there are two grab bars, one mounted directly over the other, both a minimum of 24" long. Each starts no more than 12 inches from the corner at the foot of the tub. The top bar is mounted at 33 to 36 inches off the floor. The bottom bar is mounted 9 inches above the rim of the tub. At the head of the tub, there is one grab bar at least 12 inches long. The bar starts at the open side of the tub and is mounted 33 to 36 inches off the floor. This view also shows a seat installed in the tub.

(b) Seat at Head of Tub. The drawing for the foot of the tub is the same as (a) above. The drawing for the back is the same as above except that the two grab bars are 48 inches minimum length and the bars must end no more than 15 inches from the head wall. This drawing shows a seat area at the head of the tub, no more than 15 inches deep.

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _____________________________________

6. Is there a horizontal grab bar at the head of the tub that is at least 12" long for stabilization and aid in transfer from a wheelchair to the fixed tub seat - see Figure 34 on page 25? (Note: in tubs with built-in seats at the head of the tub, this grab bar is not required.) [ADA Stds. 4.23.8; 4.20.4]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _____________________________________

7. Are there two horizontal grab bars (one high/one low) along the side of the tub that are at least 24" long for stabilization and aid in transfer from a wheelchair to the fixed tub seat - see Figure 34 below? [ADA Stds. 4.23.8; 4.20.4]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _____________________________________

ADA Stds. Figure 34 - Grab Bars at Bathtubs

8. Is the gap between the wall and the inside face of each grab bar exactly 1 1/2" to accommodate persons with disabilities who rest their forearms on the bars for stabilization so the arm cannot accidentally pass between the grab bar and wall especially if a fall occurs? [ADA Stds. 4.23.8; 4.20.4]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _____________________________________

P. Roll-in Showers -

1. If there are more than 50 guestrooms/suites in the facility, are the proper number of accessible rooms with roll-in showers provided per table 9.1.2 below. (Note: accessible rooms with roll-in showers must be provided in addition to standard accessible guestrooms/suites.) [ADA Stds. 9.1.2]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _____________________________________

(Table 9.1.2)

	Column "A"	Column "B"
Total Rooms in Facility	Accessible Rooms	Rooms with Roll-in Showers

1 to 25	1	0
26 to 50	2	0
51 to 75	3	1
76 to 100	4	1
101 to 150	5	2
151 to 200	6	2
201 to 300	7	3
301 to 400	8	4
401 to 500	9	See below*
501 to 1000	2% of total rooms	See below*
1001+	20 + (1 per 100 over 1000)	See below*
Note: The number of accessible guest rooms for a given number of rooms in a hotel (left column) is derived by adding together column "A" and column "B".
* the number of roll-in shower rooms in hotels with more than 400 guestrooms total equals 4 + (1 per 100 rooms over 400).

2. If there are more than 50 guestrooms/suites, are all required roll-in showers at least 30" wide by 60" long or 36" wide by 60", as configured in Figure 57 below, so persons who use wheelchairs may transfer to the attached seat or use a shower wheelchair while showering? [ADA Stds. 9.1.2; Fig. 57]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _____________________________________

Line drawing shows two different roll in showers with seats.

(a) shower is at least 60 inches long and 30 inches deep. It is enclosed on three sides and open along one long side. An L-shape folding shower seat is installed at one end with the lower part of the L in the corner. A grab bar is mounted on the back wall starting where the seat ends and continuing to the corner of the shower. Another grab bar is installed on the side wall opposite from the seat (one L-shape grab bar may also be used). Shower controls and shower head are mounted no more than 27 inches from the wall where the seat is mounted. A clear floor space is provided outside the shower that extends the entire length of the shower (minimum 36 inches wide by 60 inches long). A dashed line is shown indicating an acceptable location for a lavatory along the wall opposite from the seat and in the required clear floor space for the shower.

(b) shower is at least 36 inches wide and the length is determined by the width of the seat and the width of the opening to the shower. The shower is enclosed on four sides with the fourth side having a minimum 36 inch wide opening for entry. In the drawing, the minimum seat width is 24 inches and the minimum seat depth is 16 inches for the folding shower seat. The rectangular folding seat is mounted on a short wall parallel to the back wall and adjacent to the entrance. Controls and the hand-held shower head are located on the wall adjacent to the seat. Two grab bars are provided, one adjacent to the shower seat and the other along the back wall. The side bar begins at the seat and ends at the corner. The back bar begins in the corner and is approximately 48 inches long.

ADA Stds. Figure 57 - Roll-in Shower with Folding Seat

3. Do the roll-in showers have a securely fastened folding seat at 17"-19" above the floor onto which persons who use wheelchairs may transfer to shower? [ADA Stds. 4.21.3]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _______________________________________

4. Are the faucet controls and shower wand positioned on the wall along the side of the shower seat so they are operable from the folding shower seat or from the shower wheelchair? [ADA Stds. 4.21.5]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _______________________________________

5. Is there a horizontal grab bar on the wall alongside the shower seat (but not behind the shower seat) for stabilization and aid in transfer from a wheelchair to the folding shower seat? [ADA Stds. 4.21.2; Fig. 57]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _______________________________________

6. Is there a horizontal grab bar on the wall opposite the seat for stabilization and aid in maneuvering while in a shower wheelchair? [ADA Stds. 4.21.2]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _______________________________________

7. Are the roll-in showers free of doors that would impede wheelchair transfer onto the seat? [ADA Stds. 4.21.8]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _______________________________________

8. Are the roll-in showers free of curbs or lips at the shower floor that would impede wheelchair approach and transfer onto the folding shower seat? [ADA Stds. 4.21.7]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _______________________________________

9. Do roll-in showers have faucet controls that are easily operable with one hand (i.e.: levers, wrist blades, single arm, etc.) without tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist? [ADA Stds. 4.21.5]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _______________________________________

10. Is there an adjustable height shower wand with at least a 60" long hose provided for persons who must shower from a seated position? [ADA Stds. 4.21.6]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _______________________________________

11. Is the gap between the wall and the inside face of each grab bar exactly 1 1/2" to accommodate persons with disabilities who rest their forearms on the bars for stabilization so the arm cannot accidentally pass between the grab bar and wall especially if a fall occurs? [ADA Stds. 4.21.4]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _______________________________________

Q. Other Showers in Accessible Guestrooms/Suites - Accessible guestrooms/suites that are not required to have roll-in showers may have an accessible bathtub, a small shower as shown in Figure 35(a) below, or a large shower as shown in Figure 35(b) page 30.

1. Small Showers -

a. Do all small showers, if provided in accessible guestroom/suites, measure exactly 36" wide by 36" deep as shown in Figure 35(a) below: [ADA Stds. 4.21.2]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: _______________________________________

Drawing shows a small shower with a wall-mounted seat. Shower has an inside dimension of 36 inches wide and 36 inches deep. An L-shape seat is mounted across one side wall with the lower part of the L against the back wall. An L-shape grab bar is mounted opposite the seat with the short segment ending on the back wall at the front edge of the seat. The controls and hand held shower are located on the side wall opposite the seat.

A clear floor space at least 36 inches wide and 48 inches long is shown adjacent to the shower entrance. The clear floor space starts at the control wall (opposite the seat) and extends at least 12 inches beyond the wall with the shower seat.

ADA Stds. Figure 35(a) - Small Shower Size and Clearances

b. Do they have a fixed or folding seat between 17"-19" above the floor, onto which a person who uses a wheelchair may transfer to shower? [ADA Standards 4.21.3]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: ________________________________________

c. Is there a 36" wide by 48" long clear floor space directly outside the shower for persons who use wheelchairs to approach and use the shower as shown in Figure 35(a) above? [ADA Standards 4.21.2]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: ________________________________________

d. Does the 36" x 48" clear floor space directly outside the shower extend at least 12" past the seat wall of the shower to allow for a seat-to-seat transfer from the wheelchair? [ADA Standards 4.21.2]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: ________________________________________

e. Do all small showers have faucet controls that are easily operable with one hand (i.e.: levers, wrist blades, single arm, etc.) without tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist? [ADA Stds. 4.21.5]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: ________________________________________

f. Is there a horizontal grab bar on the wall alongside the shower seat (but not behind the shower seat) for stabilization and to aid in transfer from a wheelchair to the folding shower seat as shown in Figure 37(a) below? [ADA Stds. 4.21.4; Fig. 37]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: ________________________________________

Figure shows three elevations of a small transfer shower with seat. The side elevation shows the seat mounted 18 inches above the floor measured to floor of the shower at entry. No grab bar is mounted behind the seat. The back wall elevation shows the seat and a short grab bar mounted at 33 inches to 36 inches above the floor. The grab bar is 18 inches long measured starting at the control wall. The control wall has an area for controls indicated by a dashed line in the shape of a rectangle located above the grab bar. The control area is between 38 inches and 48 inches above the floor and extends from entry to the shower in 18 inches. A hand held shower is mounted no more than 18 inches from the entrance to the shower. One grab bar is shown across the entire control wall mounted at 33 inches to 36 inches.

ADA Stds. Figure 37(a) - Grab bars at Small Shower Stalls

g. Is there a horizontal grab bar on the wall opposite the seat as shown in Figure 37(a) above? [ADA Stds. 4.21.4; Fig. 37]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: ___________________________________________

h. Are the accessible small showers free of doors that would impede wheelchair transfer to the seat? [ADA Stds. 4.21.8]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: ___________________________________________

i. Are all of the small showers free of curbs or lips greater than 1/2" high at the shower floor that would impede wheelchair approach and transfer onto the folding shower seat? [ADA Stds. 4.21.7]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: ___________________________________________

j. Is there an adjustable height shower wand with at least a 60" long hose provided for persons who must shower from a seated position? [ADA Stds. 4.21.6]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: ___________________________________________

k. Is the gap between the wall and the inside face of each grab bar exactly 1 1/2" to accommodate persons with disabilities who rest their forearms on the bars for stabilization so the arm cannot accidentally pass between the grab bar and wall especially if a fall occurs? [ADA Stds. 4.21.4]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: ___________________________________________

2. Large Showers - Do large showers in accessible guestrooms/suites, if provided, have the following features...

a. Do large showers measure at least 30" wide by 60" deep as shown in Figure 35(b) below? [ADA Stds. 4.21.2]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: ___________________________________________

3 foot shower with seat

Shower is at least 60 inches long and 30 inches deep. It is enclosed on three sides and open along one long side. A grab bar is mounted on all three walls (may be three bars - one on each wall). Shower controls and shower head are mounted no more than 27 inches from one of the side walls. A clear floor space is provided outside the shower that extends the entire length of the shower (minimum 36 inches wide by 60 inches long). A dashed line is shown indicating a possible location for a lavatory along the wall furthest away from the controls and shower head and in the required clear floor space for the shower.

A Stds. Figure 35(b) - Large Shower Size and Clearances

b. Are all large showers free of curbs or lips at the shower floor that would impede wheelchair approach and transfer onto the folding shower seat? [ADA Stds. 4.21.7]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: ___________________________________________

c. Do all large showers have faucet controls that are easily operable with one hand without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist (i.e.: levers, wrist blades, single arm, etc.)? [ADA Stds. 4.21.5]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: ___________________________________________

d. Is there an adjustable height shower wand with at least a 60" long hose provided for persons who must shower from a seated position? [ADA Stds. 4.21.6]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: ___________________________________________

e. Is there a horizontal grab bar along each of the three shower walls at 33"-36" above the floor as shown in Figure 37(b) below? [ADA Stds. 4.21.2; Fig. 37(b)]

Yes __ No __ N/A __ Comments: ___________________________________________

Figure shows three elevations of a roll-in shower. The side elevation shows one grab bar mounted 33 inches to 36 inches above the floor (measured to floor outside shower). The bar extends the width of the side wall. The back wall elevation shows a grab bar across the entire wall mounted at 33 inches to 36 inches above the floor. A control area is indicated by a dashed line in the shape of a rectangle located above the grab bar. The control area is between 38 inches and 48 inches above the floor and extends from the corner to 27 inches from the corner. A hand held shower is mounted no more than 27 inches from the corner. The other side wall has one grab bar across the entire side mounted at 33 inches to 36 inches.

ADA Stds. Figure 37(b) - Grab bars at Large Shower Stalls

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