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.
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