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Our wood handicap wheelchair ramp design:
Ramps may be required in order to create access to many areas. Here's how we build our wood ramps:
Design requirements:
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The maximum slope of a wheelchair ramp should be 1" of rise for each 12" of run.
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The maximum rise for any run is 30". The maximum run 30'.
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The minimum inside clear width of a ramp should be 36".
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Landings must be provided at the top and bottom of each run.
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The landing should be at least as wide as the ramp, and a minimum of 60" in length.
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Handrails must be provided on both sides of the ramp, between 30" and 38" above the ramp surface.
Suggestions:
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All wood should be treated.
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Use 3" galvanized deck screws.
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Wood ramp surfaces can be slippery when wet. We cover the surface with rolled roofing.
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