Code of Massachusetts Regulations
521 CMR - Architectural Access Board
Title 521 CMR 13 - Medical Care Facilities
Section 13.6 - MANEUVERING SPACE IN BEDROOMS
Universal Citation: 521 CMR 13 MA Code of Regs 13.6
Current through Register 1518, March 29, 2024
Each bedroom shall have adequate wheelchair turning space complying with 521 CMR 6.3, Wheelchair Turning Space. In rooms with 2 beds, it is preferable that this space be located between beds. Each bedroom shall have adequate space to provide a minimum clear floor space of 36 inches (36" = 914mm) along each side of the bed and to provide an accessible route to each side of each bed.
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