| Code | ADA Standards |
|---|---|
| Title | ADA Standards for Accessible Design |
| Issuer | U.S. Department of Justice |
| Edition | Edition to be confirmed Edition not verified — confirm the current edition with the issuer |
| Region | United States |
| Official source | www.ada.gov |
Scope
Accessibility requirements for facilities in the United States.
Technical topics
Ramps, handrails, slopes, landings.
Relevance for pedestrian bridges
Influences ramp slopes, landings and handrails on approaches.
Designer responsibility
The engineer of record selects the applicable standards and editions, and specifies loads, materials and performance requirements.
Fabricator responsibility
The fabricator works to the specification and documents compliance as required by the contract.
Points to confirm with the engineer of record
Confirm for the project: Applicable accessibility rules and local amendments.
This library is an orientation aid, not a legal or engineering determination. Standards are revised regularly; always obtain the official document from the issuing body.