An ADA wheelchair ramp will provide helpful access to anyone who requires mobility support. You will need to provide enough ramps in your property in the correct spaces. Our experts at REDD Team will be available to help you create a new ramp that will fit your property needs.
Understanding the ADA
The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 is a civil rights law stating that businesses, properties, and other groups cannot discriminate against others based on disability. A property or group must meet ADA standards when preparing a building to ensure fair access to all disabled people. Part of this work includes producing wheelchair ramps for people who use wheelchairs, walking devices, and other assistive mobility materials.
You will need to ensure your property meets ADA standards, as failing to do this could result in substantial fines. While there is no guarantee someone might report you for violating ADA rules, you’ll need to protect yourself by getting enough ramps ready in the right spots. Adding wheelchair ramps in necessary spaces is critical for ensuring everyone can fairly receive access to a space.
Where Are Ramps Necessary?
ADA wheelchair ramps are necessary for various spaces. You’ll require ramps for curbs near a parking lot or entry doors where there’s a slight rise from the ground to the door. Ramps are also necessary for buildings where the rooms and other spaces have varying elevation levels. You can also add new ramps alongside whatever stairwells are inside your property.
Are Ramps More Effective Than Other Items?
It is true that some properties will require elevators or mechanical lifts, but those are only necessary when you’ve got multiple floors or extensive elevation changes where a ramp won’t be practical. But for other situations, a ramp will be effective for how it will stay reliable and useful.
A ramp can feature a sturdy aluminum material that will maintain its shape and won’t be at risk of breaking apart while in use. Aluminum can also remain stable in various weather conditions.
How Will You Design Your Ramp?
The ramp you use should be designed to handle everyone’s mobility needs. You’ll need a ramp that doesn’t have too steep of a slope, but it must also be long enough to accommodate that slope while getting a user to where one wants to go. Sometimes the length requirement makes it where the ramp needs to go in a few directions. Proper design will be necessary for creating a ramp that works while fitting in a space.
The ramp must also include enough room for a wheelchair to fit. Platforms may also be necessary to provide a flat space for the chair in the middle of the ramp if it’s too long. But the platform must also be wide enough to allow a person to turn without obstructions. The platform can also be slightly larger if there’s a direction change within the ramp.
REDD Team is here to help you find ADA wheelchair ramps that work for your space. We can assist you by designing and producing a full-size aluminum ramp based on your requirements. We manufacture all our products in the United States. Contact us online or by phone at (800) 648-3696 for details on how we can serve your needs.
