PLEASE NOTE that this document does not constitute legal advice and is meant only as a guide.
PLEASE NOTE that this document does not constitute legal advice and is meant only as a guide.
If your organization can answer yes to any of the following questions, then the AODA applies to you.
Even if these don’t apply to you, community accessibility affects us all in some way!
PLEASE NOTE that this document does not constitute legal advice and is meant only as a guide. Do your own research to make sure you are complying with all government laws and regulations.
The amendments came into effect on January 1, 2015. They apply to newly constructed buildings and existing buildings that are to be extensively renovated. These are in addition to existing Ontario building codes.
Barrier-free path of travel:Â includes new requirements for power-door operators at entrances & vestibule entrances; updated door width, passing hall space, and curb ramp dimensions;
Access to all storeys within a building:Â this change will require elevator access to all floors within a building. Exception: Restaurants will not be required to provide access to upper floors if the same amenities are provided on all floors.
Visual fire safety devices:Â amendments expand the range of areas where visual fire alarms will be required. This includes the inside of all barrier-free/universal washrooms.
Washrooms:Â the amendments update the requirements for barrier-free/universal washrooms, including requirements for public door operators; new mounting height and location requirements for washroom accessories; new fold-down grab bar options to allow for transfer space on both sides of toilet; requirement of an L-shaped grab bar in all cases; and increasing the minimum required clear floor area.
Washrooms are a common problem area in terms of accessibility.
There are different guidelines for what makes a washroom space barrier-free, but here we have compiled what we think are the most commonly used (and best!) measurements and recommendations.
On this page are two diagrams of what an accessible washroom might look like, and below are some great features to consider including in your space.
Are you losing customers? CFS Canada wants to help you with your automatic entrances and has put together a great article on the benefits of accessibility in business:
https://www.cfscanada.ca/blog/benefits-of-accessibility-in-business/
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