Friday, January 29, 2016

Mounting Height For A Handicap Door Opener

The hardware must be accessible from both sides of the door if a sliding door is being used.



Maximum Height


Under the ADA guidelines, the hardware required to function the door must be no higher than 48 inches above the floor.


Kick-plates


Provided all that is required to unlocked the door is for the wheelchair user to push against it with his wheelchair, then a kick-plate should be installed on the door. This should degree the broadness of the door minus two inches and be at least 16 inches high.


Door Hardware


Acceptable hardware to be installed for opening a door includes: handles, latches, pulls and locks. Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms and U-shaped handles are acceptable designs.Wheelchair users can be assisted by adaptations.Doors in regular buildings keep decided requirements during interpretation that enable handicapped users to function them with relieve. The Americans with Disabilities Detail (ADA) sets away the guidelines for interpretation with regard to handicapped access.