The operating mechanisms and accessible openings of most units should be located 18 inches 455mm minimum to 48 inches 1220mm maximum above the finish floor except that the 2010 ada standards allow the outlet for toilet paper dispensers be mounted no lower than 15 inches 380mm above the floor.
Ada bathroom accessories heights.
Grab bars must be installed between 34 and 38 inches above the floor and there must be a separation between the grab bar and the wall surface of at least 1 1 2 inches.
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For information about the ada including the revised 2010 ada regulations please visit the department s website www ada gov.
An ada compliant grab bar handrail must be fully anchored and have a smooth surface that can be easily grabbed.
Toe clearance at least 9 inches 230mm above the finish floor must be provided for the full depth.
Specific questions call the toll free ada information line at 800 514 0301 voice or 800 514 0383.
Toilet grab gars.
It s recommended to mount grab bars 33 inches to 36 inches from the ground depending on the height of the toilet.
Size min 3 0 wide 32 clear when 90 open and 6 8 in height.
For more information take a look at the ada s standards for accessible design.
Diaper changing stations 5.
The bar must be 1 1 4 to 1 1 2 inches in diameter.
Ada standards for accessible design can be downloaded from www ada.
Door hardware operable with a single effort without requiring ability to grasp hardware.
Complete the design by providing the required amount of toe clearance underneath the lavatory of 17 inches 430mm to 25 inches 635mm maximum.
In addition to height requirements ada compliant restrooms must also meet other requirements in relation to space.
Effort to operate doors 8 5 pounds at exterior doors and 5 pounds at interior doors door hardware height 30 44 above floor.
Preventing injuries from falls in the bathroom specifically can be done by installing a grab bar at the correct height.
Feminine napkin disposal 7.
Toilet seat cover dispenser 6.
If your bathroom does not meet these height requirements you could potentially be found out of compliance with ada regulations which could result in fines or legal issues.
Adam fine president accessible construction inc.
Toilet paper dispenser 8.
Hand dryer of paper towel dispenser 3.