TECHNICAL

CHAPTER 9: BUILT-IN ELEMENTS

904.4.1 Parallel Approach.

A portion of the counter surface that is 36 inches (915 mm) long

minimum and 36 inches (915 mm) high maximum above the finish floor shall be provided.

A clear

floor or ground

space

complying with 305 shall be positioned for a parallel approach adjacent to the

36 inch (915 mm) minimum length of counter.

EXCEPTION:

Where the provided counter surface is less than 36 inches (915 mm) long, the

entire counter surface shall be 36 inches (915 mm) high maximum above the finish floor.

904.4.2 Forward Approach.

A portion of the counter surface that is 30 inches (760 mm) long

minimum and 36 inches (915 mm) high maximum shall be provided.

Knee and toe

space

complying

with 306 shall be provided under the counter.

A clear floor or ground

space

complying with 305 shall

be positioned for a forward approach to the counter.

904.5 Food Service Lines.

Counters in food service lines shall comply with 904.5.

904.5.1 Self-Service Shelves and Dispensing Devices.

Self-service shelves and dispensing

devices for tableware, dishware, condiments, food and beverages shall comply with 308.

904.5.2 Tray Slides.

The tops of tray slides shall be 28 inches (710 mm) minimum and 34 inches

(865 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground.

904.6 Security Glazing.

Where counters or teller windows have security glazing to separate personnel

from the public, a method to facilitate voice communication shall be provided. Telephone handset

devices, if provided, shall comply with 704.3.

Figure 904.4 (Exception)

Alteration of Sales and Service Counters

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2010 Standards: Titles II and III

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