Universal Design

Question 1

Inclusivity in design is characterized by what main issues?

Answer 1

Inclusive design help us create products and environments that serve as many people as possible. It provides a diversity of ways to allow maximum participation.

Question 2

What is required in an accessible tub?

Answer 2

Shower seat at tub, head faucet in control area, handheld spray shower. (NOT enclosures)

Question 3

What is bariatric?

Answer 3

Patients who are overweight.

Question 4

When designing an exam room for a pediatric facility what is the BEST location for an exam table?

Answer 4

Against the wall.

Question 5

What is the maximum height of an accessible (barrier free) sink?

Answer 5

34”

Question 6

Clearance around an accessible (barrier free) toilet must be at least:

Answer 6

60” along the rear wall and 56” along the side wall

Question 7

What is the smallest accessible tub?

Answer 7

The smallest drop in and undermount tubs start at 45”long x 30”wide. A standard tub is 30”x72”. The required size would be the length of the tub + 15” for the seat.

Question 8

What is the minimum depth for an accessible tub permanent seat?

Answer 8

15” (positioned at the head end of the bathtub)

Question 9

What is the size of a toe kick in an accessible kitchen?

Answer 9

6” x 9”

Question 10

What do you need for an accessible kitchen?

Answer 10

Pipes under the sink should be wrapped and insulated to avoid possible burns, toe kick that’s 6x9, and appilances with controls on the front and not at the back of the appliance

Question 11

What’s the max AFF height of uppers in a kitchen with a surface that’s 20” deep? >20-25 max?

Answer 11

48” max & 44” max