U.S. Access Board Summary of Accessibility Guidelines for Play Areas Page 15 Ground Level Requirements Based on Elevated Play Components The number and variety of ground-level play components required to be on an accessible route is also determined by the number of elevated components provided in the play area. The intent of this requirement is to provide a variety of experiences for individuals who choose to remain with their mobility aids, or choose not to transfer to elevated play components. If ramps provide access to at least 50 percent of the elevated play components - which must include at least three different play types - then additional ground-level components are not required. In the play area shown on page 14, the composite structure has four elevated play components (bubble panel, slide, steering wheel, and tic-tac-toe panel). According to the table, a minimum of one ground level play component must be provided, and a minimum of one different type. The spring rider or swing can be used to meet the “one of each type” requirement and can also be used to meet the minimum number determined by Table 240.2.1.2. The above step-bystep guide is intended to assist when applying the play area guidelines. A detailed description is provided on page 17. The number of groundlevel components de- termined by “one of each type” can also fulfill the minimum ground level requirement that is indicated by the elevated play components table. howmanyPLAYcomponentsmustbeonanaccessibleroute? Table 240.2.1.2
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