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Accessibility · Reach Ranges

Side Reach Range

Maximum and minimum heights for controls and elements reached from a seated position, approached sideways.

380–1370 mm15–54 in

Description

Side reach allows a slightly higher maximum than forward reach because a wheelchair user can approach parallel to the element and reach across.

Sources

  • ADA Standards for Accessible Design

Tags

Values

Maximum heightMaximum
1370 mm54 in
Minimum heightMinimum
380 mm15 in

Related dimensions

1220 mm
48 in

Forward Reach Range

Accessibility

Maximum and minimum heights for controls and elements reached from a seated position facing forward.

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