The New Jersey Department of Human Services has a dedicated section devoted to helping people with disabilities. One point the DHS uses involves identifying how to make buildings like schools more accessible. The department’s Modular Ramp Program states that schools and other sites must have ramps to provide access to wheelchair users. You’ll need to get new ramps built if your school doesn’t already have them, and our workers at REDD Team can help you make those ramps a reality.
The Modular Ramp Program follows ADA guidelines for how wheelchair ramps work. These include such points as the following factors:
- A maximum 1:12 slope; a flatter slope is recommended, but 1:12 is fine for smaller spaces
- A flat landing of 60 inches on each side on the top and bottom of the ramp
- A width of at least 36 inches
- A maximum run length of 30 feet; a flat landing for turning or rest can work in the middle, especially if the run has to go longer than 30 feet
- Handrails are necessary on both sides, even in cases where the ramp is next to a wall.
These points work in most parts of the United States. REDD Team has years of experience preparing modular wheelchair ramps for schools around the country, and we’ll be there to help you with your ramp at your New Jersey campus while working with ADA guidelines.
Specific Construction Rules For New Jersey Schools
In addition to following those ADA rules, your modular wheelchair ramp must also feature a few construction points. Here are some rules that New Jersey requires schools to follow:
- A ramp cannot have permanent footings. It should be ready to be removed as necessary, particularly if it has to work in a different spot.
- The ramp must include a sturdy material.
- The layout should also be easy to secure without requiring unusual or challenging access tools.
REDD Team makes modular ramps that are easy to assemble and arrange. Each ramp we make is also made with aluminum, one of the strongest metals used on a construction site. All ramps we build come with all the materials necessary to install the pieces, so you won’t struggle to find the proper materials for installation purposes.
The timing necessary to get one of these ramps installed will vary depending on how large it is and how complex the design appears. But you’ll still have all the necessary items and instructions for the work. The takedown process is also easy, as you can use the same items to take the ramp apart if necessary. This point helps if you’re getting a ramp ready at a mobile building or another space you use temporarily.
Our trustworthy experts at REDD Team will be there to help you with your modular aluminum wheelchair ramps for schools in New Jersey. We can work on new construction projects based on the distinct needs you have at your school while fitting in with all necessary state rules. You can ask us for help by scheduling an appointment online or calling us at 800-648-3696 for details. We’re here to help you find a work plan.