Multi-Level Buildings

General Guidelines

Are there ramps, lifts, or elevators to all levels?
On each level, if there are are stairs between the entrance and/or elevator and essential public areas, is there an accessible alternate route?
For levels not serviced by an elevator, ramp, or lift:
- Do trends have a non-slip surface?
- Do stairs have continuous rails on both sides, with extensions beyond the top and bottom stairs?

Are there both visible and audible door opening / closing and floor indicators (one tone means up, two tones means down)?
Are the call buttons in the hallway no higher than 42 inches?
Do the controls inside the cab have raised and Braille lettering?
Is there a sign on both doorjambs at each floor identifying the floor in raised and Braille letters?
If an emergency intercom is provided, is it usable without voice communication?
Is the emergency intercom identified by Braille and raised letters?

Can the lift be used without assistance? If not, is a call button provided?
Is there at least 30 inches by 48 inches of clear space for a person in a wheelchair to approach to reach the controls and use the lift?
Are controls between 15 inches and 48 inches high (up to 54 inches if a side approach is possible)?

For additional information regarding these guidelines, please contact the Building Inspections Department at (918) 358-3506