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I've searched the code and can't find it but is there a height requirement for switches for the handicapped?
I've searched the code and can't find it but is there a height requirement for switches for the handicapped?
521 CMR: ARCHITECTURAL ACCESS BOARD
39.3: HEIGHT
The highest operable part of controls, dispensers, receptacles, and other operable equipment shall be placed within at least one of the reach ranges specified in 521 CMR 6.5, Forward Reach and 521 CMR 6.6, Side Reach.
39.3.1 Electrical and communications system receptacles on walls shall be mounted between 15 inches (15" = 381mm) and 48 inches (48" = 1219mm) above the floor, measured at the centerline of the lowest receptacle.
Exception: These requirements do not apply where the use of special equipment dictates otherwise or where electrical and communications systems receptacles are not normally intended for use by building occupants.
Thank you Tim, We just did a remodel and it turns out a person in a wheel chair bought the house. We always put our switches at 44" to the bottom and now we are asked to move the switches down lower because they are not at the proper height....
This may help:
http://docs.google.com/viewer?a=v&q...hoMaIv&sig=AHIEtbTyuJz3ACaYW35dbmKdbLXahNvRfQ
As you can see, 44 is required, but 43 is recommended.
See if this helps. Also if this is an individuals house then I believe you can do what they want and what suits them as long as the nec is followed. ADA rules do not apply, I think. :grin:
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