Utility Sinks
A utility sink is deeper than a standard restroom basin or kitchen sink and can be used to clean large pots or equipment. Usually, utility sinks are provided only in highly developed recreation areas. If utility sinks are provided in a recreation facility that also contains a cook top or conventional range, at least 5 percent (but not less than 1) in each accessible room or space must comply with the following requirements. Utility sinks don't have to comply with these requirements if they're located in a space without a cook top or range.
Ensure that the height of the counter or rim surrounding the utility sink is not more than 34 inches (865 millimeters) above the ground or floor space and that the bottom of the bowl is at least 15 inches (380 millimeters) above the ground or floor space. The requirements for surface, slope, and openings in the clear space are the same as for other utilities.
If hot water is provided, wrap or shield the pipes to prevent someone from accidentally coming in contact with hot pipes. Ensure that sink controls and operating mechanisms comply with the technical requirements for reach ranges and operability specified in ABAAS, sections 308 and 309, and that water spouts are 28 inches (710 millimeters) to 36 inches (915 millimeters) above the ground or floor. Figure 106 illustrates these requirements.
Figure 106—The requirements for utility sinks.
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