Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards (UFAS)

4.31.2 CLEAR FLOOR OR GROUND SPACE.

A clear floor or ground space at least 30 in by 48 in (760 mm by 1220 mm) that allows either a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair shall be provided at telephones (see Fig. 44). The clear floor or ground space shall comply with 4.2.4. Bases, enclosures, and fixed seats shall not impede approaches to telephones by people who use wheelchairs.

Figure 44

Mounting Heights and Clearances for Telephones

* Height to highest operable parts which are essential to basic operation of telephone

Figure 44(a)

Side Reach Possible

* Height to highest operable parts which are essential to basic operation of telephone

Figure 44(b)

Forward Reach Required