Our latest blog explores tips for meeting Australia standards for wheelchair access.
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We’ve got plenty of experience in creating accessible spaces and can help you pick the right Bris Aluminium products to suit Australian building requirements.
Below we cover some of the specifics from the Building Code along with 5 ideas to make your next building design inclusive.
Wheelchair Access Standards Requirements
Minimum Door Opening Width for Wheelchairs
According to the building code, the door opening must be clear of obstructions and there must be a continuous accessible path of travel.
The clear opening needs to be 850mm (or more) when the door is open.
850mm is the minimum unobstructed width which means any door handles or stops must be outside this space.
Circulation Space
Circulation spaces are also required at every doorway or entryway to allow a continuous path of travel.
That means when the door is open a person in a wheelchair can travel freely through the opening.
These circulation spaces vary depending on door type (see figure below).
Doors
Doors must also be able to be opened easily, and thus handles need to be placed at an appropriate height.
The force required to open them must also be considered.
Source: Building Code of Australia
Ideas for Meeting Wheelchair Requirements
Meeting Australian Standards for Wheelchair Access
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