Code of Massachusetts Regulations
521 CMR - Architectural Access Board
Title 521 CMR 37 - PUBLIC TELEPHONES
Section 37.2 - CLEAR FLOOR OR GROUND SPACE
Universal Citation: 521 CMR 37 MA Code of Regs 37.2
Current through Register 1531, September 27, 2024
Unless otherwise specified, a clear floor space that allows either a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair shall be provided at accessible telephones.
37.2.1 The clear floor space shall comply with 521 CMR 6.5 Forward Reach or 521 CMR 6.6 Side Reach. If a front approach is provided and the clear floor area includes knee space under the telephone, the knee space shall be at least 30 inches (30" = 762mm) wide and 30 inches (30" = 762mm) high.
37.2.2 Bases, enclosures, and fixed seats shall not impede approaches to telephones by people who use wheelchairs.
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