ADA/Section 504 Design Guide - Accessible Cells in Correction Facilities

Drawing Notes:

1. Side grab bar: There is a grab bar on the adjacent side wall that is at least 40 inches long and from 33 to 36 inches above the floor.

2. Rear grab bar: There is a grab bar behind the toilet that is at least 36 inches long and from 33 to 36 inches above the floor.

3. Flush valve is located in reach range and is operable without tight grasping, twisting, or pinching.

4. Toilet seat height: The toilet seat needs to be from 17 to 19 inches above the floor to permit transfers to and from wheelchairs.

5. Toilet centerline: The toilet bowl needs to be centered 18 inches from the side wall, so that inmates with disabilities can use the side grab bar.

6. Clear floor space: Adequate space is provided to approach the toilet from a variety of wheelchair transfer positions (i.e. diagonal or side approaches). Generally, the toilet needs to be placed within a 60-inch-wide by 59-inch-deep clear area of the floor.

Note:

Grab bars can be designed so they do not increase suicide risk. As shown, there are several ways for grab bars to be designed with adequate gripping surfaces, while ensuring that nothing can be tied onto them.