U.S. Access Board A Summary of Accessibility Guidelines for Play Areas Page 19 ADAAG chapter 4 addresses accessible routes that connect the play area to the school, parking lot, or facility that it serves. Operators or owners of play areas are subject to all the other requirements of the ADA, including the obligation to provide individuals with disabilities an equal opportunity to enjoy the play area provided by that facility. This section describes the various features of accessible routes within a play area, including location, clear width, slope, and accessible surfaces. Accessible Routes An accessible route is a pathway specifically designed to provide access for individuals with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility devices. Accessible routes inside the boundaries of play areas are addressed in the play area guidelines. Technical provisions address the width, slope, and surface of both ground-level and elevated accessible routes. There are two types of accessible routes: • Ground-level • Elevated This ground-level route connects ground components and the transfer system which connects elevated components. This elevated route connects elevated play components on a composite structure. The accessible route must connect all entry and exit points of accessible play components. Clear floor space required at play components and maneuvering space can overlap the accessible route. Incorporating additional circulation space around high-use play components creates extra room for movement and accessibility for everyone using the play area. 26 27 28 what are the requirements for accessible routes?
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