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"ANSI A117.1-1986" refers to the 1986 edition of the American National Standard for buildings and
facilities providing accessibility and usability for physically handicapped people.
The 1986 edition of ANSI A117.1 is available from:
Global Engineering
15 Inverness Way East
Englewood, Colorado, 90112
Individuals desiring a copy may call Global Engineering regarding availability and pricing, at
1-800-854-7179, to request this document.
NEW ANSI CODE REQUIREMENTS!
ANSI 604.5.1 Fixed Side Wall Grab Bars.
Fixed sidewall grab bars shall be 42 inches (1065 mm) minimum in
length, located 12 inches (305 mm) maximum from the rear wall and
extending 54 inches (1370 mm) minimum from the rear wall. In addition, a
vertical grab bar 18 inches (455 mm) minimum in length shall be mounted
with the bottom of the bar located between 39 inches (990 mm) and 41
inches (1040 mm) above the floor, and with the center line of the bar
located between 39 inches (990 mm) and 41 inches (1040 mm) from the rear
wall.
All of the bars at Grab Bar Distributors are fabricated to meet the requirements of ASTM #F446-85 with 1-1/2" wall clearance and comply with ANSI A117.1-1986 Making Buildings Accessible to Handicapped.
Our 1-1/4" and 1-1/2" outside diameter bars also meet and exceed the requirements of the ADA.
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