Chapter 8 - Special Rooms, Spaces and Elements

Question 1

What is the scope of Chapter 8?

Answer 1

The provisions of Chapter 8 apply where required by Chapter 2 or referenced by a requirement in this document.

Question 2

What is the minimum width for a single wheelchair space?

Answer 2

36 inches (915 mm) wide minimum.

Question 3

What is the minimum width for two adjacent wheelchair spaces?

Answer 3

Each wheelchair space shall be 33 inches (840 mm) wide minimum.

Question 4

What is the minimum depth for a wheelchair space entered from the front or rear?

Answer 4

48 inches (1220 mm) deep minimum.

Question 5

What is the minimum depth for a wheelchair space entered only from the side?

Answer 5

60 inches (1525 mm) deep minimum.

Question 6

What must wheelchair spaces adjoin?

Answer 6

Accessible routes.

Question 7

True or False: Accessible routes can overlap wheelchair spaces.

Answer 7

False.

Question 8

What do lines of sight for spectators in wheelchair spaces need to comply with?

Answer 8

802.2.

Question 9

What must companion seats provide in row seating?

Answer 9

Shoulder alignment with adjacent wheelchair spaces.

Question 10

What is the required height range for dressing room bench seats?

Answer 10

17 inches (430 mm) to 19 inches (485 mm).

Question 11

What should be provided within a dressing or fitting room?

Answer 11

Turning space complying with 304.

Question 12

What is the minimum clearance required for pass through kitchens?

Answer 12

40 inches (1015 mm) minimum.

Question 13

What is the minimum clearance required for U-shaped kitchens?

Answer 13

60 inches (1525 mm) minimum.

Question 14

What is the maximum height for a kitchen work surface?

Answer 14

34 inches (865 mm) maximum.

Question 15

Fill in the blank: A clear floor space complying with 305 shall be provided at each kitchen _______.

Answer 15

appliance.

Question 16

What is the maximum height for at least 50 percent of freezer space in combination refrigerators?

Answer 16

54 inches (1370 mm) maximum.

Question 17

What is required on each side of the bed in patient or resident sleeping rooms?

Answer 17

Clear floor space complying with 305.

Question 18

What must at least one bathroom in a guest room comply with?

Answer 18

603.

Question 19

What is required for kitchens and kitchenettes in guest rooms?

Answer 19

They shall comply with 804.

Question 20

What must be provided to alert room occupants of incoming telephone calls?

Answer 20

Visible notification devices.

Question 21

What is the requirement for holding cells and housing cells?

Answer 21

They shall comply with 807.

Question 22

What must be provided within a cell for mobility features?

Answer 22

Turning space complying with 304.

Question 23

What is the requirement for toilet and bathing facilities in a cell?

Answer 23

They shall comply with 603.

Question 24

True or False: Visible alarms are required in all cells.

Answer 24

False.

Question 25

What facilities are required to comply with section 603 for cells?

Answer 25

No fewer than one water closet, one lavatory, and one bathtub or shower ## Footnote These facilities must meet the applicable requirements of 603 through 610.

Question 26

What is required for cells with communication features under section 807.3?

Answer 26

They shall comply with 807.3 ## Footnote This includes requirements for alarms and telephones.

Question 27

What must be provided when audible emergency alarm systems are installed in cells?

Answer 27

Visible alarms complying with 702 ## Footnote An exception applies if inmates or detainees cannot exit independently.

Question 28

What compliance is required for telephones within cells?

Answer 28

Volume controls complying with 704.3 ## Footnote This is applicable where telephones are provided.

Question 29

What general requirement applies to courtrooms as stated in section 808?

Answer 29

Courtrooms shall comply with 808 ## Footnote This includes various specific requirements for courtroom features.

Question 30

What must be provided in areas accessed by ramps or platform lifts in courtrooms?

Answer 30

Unobstructed turning space complying with 304 ## Footnote This applies to raised or depressed areas.

Question 31

What does section 809 cover?

Answer 31

Residential dwelling units shall comply with 809 ## Footnote This includes mobility and communication feature requirements.

Question 32

What is the exception for accessible routes in residential dwelling units?

Answer 32

Not required to or within unfinished attics or basements ## Footnote This applies to accessible routes specified in section 809.2.

Question 33

What is required for kitchen areas in residential dwelling units?

Answer 33

They shall comply with 804 ## Footnote This is part of the broader compliance for residential units.

Question 34

What must at least one bathroom in residential units comply with?

Answer 34

603 ## Footnote This includes all applicable fixture requirements.

Question 35

What features must be provided at the primary entrance of residential dwelling units?

Answer 35

Communication features complying with 809.5.5 ## Footnote This includes a hard-wired electric doorbell and visual identification means.

Question 36

What must bus boarding and alighting areas comply with?

Answer 36

810.2 ## Footnote This includes requirements for surface, dimensions, and connection to accessible routes.

Question 37

What is the minimum clear length required for bus stop boarding and alighting areas?

Answer 37

96 inches (2440 mm) minimum ## Footnote This measurement is taken perpendicular to the curb or roadway edge.

Question 38

What slope must bus stop boarding and alighting areas maintain perpendicular to the roadway?

Answer 38

Not steeper than 1:48 ## Footnote This is to ensure accessibility.

Question 39

What is required for rail platforms under section 810.5?

Answer 39

They shall comply with 810.5 ## Footnote This includes slope and detectable warnings.

Question 40

What must be provided at platform boarding edges not protected by screens or guards?

Answer 40

Detectable warnings complying with 705 ## Footnote This is required along the full length of the public use area.

Question 41

What is required for public address systems that convey audible information?

Answer 41

The same or equivalent information shall be provided in a visual format ## Footnote This ensures accessibility for all users.

Question 42

What are the visibility requirements for clocks provided for public use?

Answer 42

Clock face shall be uncluttered, with elements clearly visible ## Footnote Hands, numerals, and digits must contrast with the background.

Question 43

What compliance is required for escalators?

Answer 43

They shall comply with ASME A17.1 sections 6.1.3.5.6 and 6.1.3.6.5 ## Footnote This includes a minimum clear width of 32 inches (815 mm).

Question 44

What is required for storage spaces under section 811?

Answer 44

They shall comply with 811 ## Footnote This includes clear floor space and operable parts requirements.

Question 45

What is the required height compliance for storage elements?

Answer 45

At least one of the reach ranges specified in 308 ## Footnote This ensures accessibility for users.