Every portable classroom should be accessible based on Americans with Disabilities Act rules. A classroom must also meet whatever building code standards apply in one’s state. REDD Team can help you plan and build ADA and code-compliant access to portable classrooms that will fit your building standards.
Your stairs and ramp will require a helpful design that is easy to reach. A quality design should include enough room for people while being easy to install. REDD Team can check your current situation and provide a solution that fits your space while being easy to follow.
Designing a Suitable Ramp
In addition to getting stairs for your portable classroom building, you’ll also require a ramp. A typical portable building will have a door about 36 inches off the ground, so planning your ramp is necessary.
The ramp will likely require an intermediate landing. The landing is necessary because you might not have enough space to create a single run going in one direction. The landing should be at least 60 inches on each side to support an average wheelchair’s turning radius.
Even then, you’ll still require a landing if the rise is high enough. A landing is necessary for every thirty inches of rise, and most portable classrooms require that much clearance. REDD Team can plan your ramp to include the proper landings while using a suitable slope that is easy for people to manage.
A Proper Landing At the Top
The landing on the top part of the classroom should be in front of the door. The landing should offer at least 60 inches of space on each side. The 60-inch standard is suitable for wheelchair users and provides enough room for others to walk outside without risking slipping off. The landing also needs guardrails that match the handrails on the sides of the ramp and steps. REDD Team can help you plan your landing based on what fits here.
A typical doorway for a mobile building will be at least 32 inches wide, which should be suitable enough for most landings. You can keep the landing directly in the center of the doorway.
Don’t Forget About the Security
You can’t forget how secure the ramp and steps will be, as everything must be properly fastened to where nothing will shake or shift while people use it. The specific fasteners, anchors and other support features your steps required will vary by situation. REDD Team can check on your building and construction project and figure out the ideal supports you can use.
Remember that ADA standards and local codes must be followed when preparing your portable classroom. Following the rules ensures everyone can get in and out of a school. REDD Team understands the regulations for a stairway and ramp, and we’ll be ready to serve you with whatever needs you hold. You can contact us with info on what you require from your setup, and we’ll design and build a new stairway and ramp for your spot. Contact us through our website or phone at 800-648-3696 for further info on how we can serve you.
