4.34.5* BATHROOMS.
Accessible or adaptable bathrooms shall be on an accessible route and shall comply with the requirements of 4.34.5.
4.34.5.1 DOORS.
Doors shall not swing into the clear floor space required for any fixture.
(1) Clear floor space at the water closet shall be as shown in Fig. 47(a). The water closet may be located with the clear area at either the right or left side of the toilet.
(2) The height of the water closet shall be at least 15 in (380 mm), and no more than 19 in (485 mm), measured to the top of the toilet seat.
(3) Structural reinforcement or other provisions that will allow installation of grab bars shall be provided in the locations shown in Fig. 47(b). If provided, grab bars shall be installed as shown in Fig. 29 and shall comply with 4.26.
(4) The toilet paper dispenser shall be installed within reach as shown in Fig. 47(b).
Figure 47
Water Closets in Adaptable Bathrooms
Figure 47(a) Clear Floor Space for Adaptable Bathrooms
Figure 47(b) Reinforced Areas for Installation of Grab Bars Note: The hatched areas are reinforced to receive grab bars.
4.34.5.3 LAVATORY, MIRRORS, AND MEDICINE CABINETS.
(1) The lavatory and mirrors shall comply with 4.22.6.
(2) If a cabinet is provided under the lavatory in adaptable bathrooms, then it shall be removable to provide the clearances specified in 4.22.6.
(3) If a medicine cabinet is provided above the lavatory, then the bottom of the medicine cabinet shall be located with a usable shelf no higher than 44 in (1120 mm) above the floor.
4.34.5.4 BATHTUBS.
If a bathtub is provided, then it shall have the following features:
4.34.5.4(1) Floor space.
(1) Floor space. Clear floor space at bathtubs shall be as shown in Fig. 33.
4.34.5.4(2) Seat.
(2) Seat. An in-tub seat or a seat at the head end of the tub shall be provided as shown in Fig. 33 and 34. The structural strength of seats and their attachments shall comply with 4.26.3. Seats shall be mounted securely and shall not slip during use.
4.34.5.4(3) Grab bars.
(3) Grab bars. Structural reinforcement or other provisions that will allow installation of grab bars shall be provided in the locations shown in Fig. 48. If provided, grab bars shall be installed as shown in Fig. 34 and shall comply with 4.26.
4.34.5.4(4) Controls.
(4) Controls. Faucets and other controls shall be located as shown in Fig. 34 and shall comply with 4.27.4.
4.34.5.4(5) Shower unit.
(5) Shower unit. A shower spray unit with a hose at least 60 in (1525 mm) long that can be used as a fixed shower head or as a hand-held shower shall be provided.
Figure 48
Location of Grab Bars and Controls of Adaptable Bathtubs
Figure 48(a) With Seat in Tub Note: The hatched areas are reinforced to receive grab bars.
Figure 48(b) With Seat at Head of Tub Note: The hatched areas are reinforced to receive grab bars.
4.34.5.5 SHOWERS.
If a shower is provided, it shall have the following features:
4.34.5.5(1) Size and clearances.
(1) Size and clearances. Shower stall size and clear floor space shall comply with either Fig. 35(a) or (b). The shower stall in Fig. 35(a) shall be 36 in by 36 in (915 mm by 915 mm). The shower stall in Fig. 35(b) will fit into the same space as a standard 60 in (1525 mm) long bathtub.
4.34.5.5(2) Seat.
(2) Seat. A seat shall be provided in the shower stall in Fig. 35(a) as shown in Fig. 36. The seat shall be 17 in to 19 in (430 mm to 485 mm) high measured from the bathroom floor and shall extend the full depth of the stall. The seat shall be on the wall opposite the controls. The structural strength of seats and their attachments shall comply with 4.26.3. Seats shall be mounted securely and shall not slip during use.
4.34.5.5(3) Grab bars.
(3) Grab bars. Structural reinforcement or other provisions that will allow installation of grab bars shall be provided in the locations shown in Fig. 49. If provided, grab bars shall be installed as shown in Fig. 37 and shall comply with 4.26.
4.34.5.5(4) Controls.
(4) Controls. Faucets and other controls shall be located as shown in Fig. 37 and shall comply with 4.27.4. In the shower stall in Fig. 35(a), all controls, faucets, and the shower unit shall be mounted on the side wall opposite the seat.
4.34.5.5(5) Shower unit.
(5) Shower unit. A shower spray unit with a hose at least 60 in (1525 mm) long that can be used as a fixed shower head at various heights or as a hand-held shower shall be provided.
Figure 49
Location of Grab Bars and Controls of Adaptable Showers
Figure 49(a) 36-in by 36-in Stall Note: The hatched areas are reinforced to receive grab bars.
Figure 49(b) 30-in by 60-in Stall Note: The hatched areas are reinforced to receive grab bars.
4.34.5.6 BATHTUB AND SHOWER ENCLOSURES.
Enclosures for bathtubs or shower stalls shall not obstruct controls or transfer from wheelchairs onto shower or bathtub seats. Enclosures on bathtubs shall not have tracks mounted on their rims.
4.34.5.7 CLEAR FLOOR SPACE.
Clear floor space at fixtures may overlap.
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