13.6.1 - Ramps
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Practice Questions
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What is the maximum recommended gradient for ramps?
💡 Hint: Think about how steep the ramp can be for safety.
What should be the minimum width of a ramp?
💡 Hint: Consider how much space is needed for wheelchair access.
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What is the preferred gradient for accessible ramps?
💡 Hint: Look for the slope that's more user-friendly.
True or False: Ramps should have handrails only on one side.
💡 Hint: Remember how support is needed on both sides.
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You are tasked with designing a ramp for a local library that has an entrance 2 meters above the ground. Calculate the minimum length of the ramp if the gradient must not exceed 1:12. Include specific design features.
💡 Hint: Use the gradient rule to find the relationship between height and length.
During an audit of a new public building, you note that the existing ramp has a gradient of 1:8. What recommendations would you make to enhance accessibility according to standard guidelines?
💡 Hint: Consider how steeper ramps can be dangerous.
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