This guide explains scoping and technical requirements for accessible entrances doors and gates in the ada standards.
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Clearances at power assisted doors and gates shall comply with 404 2 4.
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Door hardware ada compliant locks exit devices handles pulls latches and other operable parts on doors shall comply operable parts of such hardware shall be 34 inches minimum and 48 inches maximum above the finish floor or ground.
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Operable parts shall be operable with one hand and shall not require tight grasping pinching or twisting of the wrist.
4 13 8 thresholds at doorways.
Where automatic doors and gates remain open in the power off condition compliance with 404 2 4 shall not be required.
Clearances at automatic doors and gates without standby power and serving an accessible means of egress shall comply with 404 2 4.
Doors in series shall swing either in the same direction or away from the space between the doors.
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Thresholds at doorways shall not exceed 3 4 in 19 mm in height for exterior sliding doors or 1 2 in 13 mm for other types of doors.
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The ada standards do not specify the opening force for exterior doors though some state and local building codes may have requirements.
Doors designated as fire doors must have the minimum opening force allowed by the local authority.
Minimum number at least 60 of public entrances must be accessible in new construction in addition to entrances directly serving tenancies parking facilities pedestrian tunnels and elevated walkways.
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Typical maximum opening force for exterior doors ranges from 8 5 to 10 lbs.