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11B-1008.4 Play components

California Building Code 2016 (Vol 1) > 11B Accessibility to Public Buildings, Public Accommodations, Commercial Buildings and Public Housing > 11B-1008 Play areas > 11B-1008.4 Play components

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Ground level play components on accessible routes and elevated play components connected by ramps shall comply with Section 11B-1008.4.

11B-1008.4.1 Turning space

At least one turning space complying with Section 11B-304 shall be provided on the same level as play components. Where swings are provided, the turning space shall be located immediately adjacent to the swing.

11B-1008.4.2 Clear floor or ground space

Clear floor or ground space complying with Sections 11B-305.2 and 11B-305.3 shall be provided at play components.

11B-1008.4.3 Play tables

Where play tables are provided, knee clearance 24 inches (610 mm) high minimum, 17 inches deep (432 mm) minimum, and 30 inches (762 mm) wide minimum shall be provided. The tops of rims, curbs, or other obstructions shall be 31 inches (787 mm) high maximum.

Exception: Play tables designed and constructed primarily for children 5 years and younger shall not be required to provide knee clearance where the clear floor or ground space required by Section 11B-1008.4.2 is arranged for a parallel approach.

11B-1008.4.4 Entry points and seats

Where play components require transfer to entry points or seats, the entry points or seats shall be 11 inches (279 mm) minimum and 24 inches (610 mm) maximum from the clear floor or ground space.

Exception: Entry points of slides shall not be required to comply with Section 11B-1008.4.4.

11B-1008.4.5 Transfer supports

Where play components require transfer to entry points or seats, at least one means of support for transferring shall be provided.

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