For unobstructed forward and side reach the federal minimum height is 15 inches and the maximum is 48 inches.
Ada rocker switch floor lamp height.
Controls and operating mechanisms like light switches are also limited in mounting height.
If a front approach by wheelchair is possible the light switch may be located no higher than 48 inches above the floor.
The height from the floor to the middle of the switch plate should not exceed 48 inches and the minimum height should not be less than 15 inches.
What are the ada height requirements for switch mounting.
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Light switches must be located so that a person in a wheelchair may reach it comfortably.
When the switch is over a counter that has a knee space and the counter depth exceeds 20 inches the maximum height of a switch is reduced to 44 inches.
A plate rocker switch is a more accessible option for.
As shown in the pictures above there are varying mounting heights for switches depending on the application.
The ada requires that light switches be placed anywhere from 15 to 48 inches.
Is it 42 inches max.