S.C. Code Regs. § § 61-91.2500.2506

Current through Register Vol. 48, No. 11, November 22, 2024

Section 61-91.2500.2506 - Ramps (II)

A. At least one exterior ramp, accessible by all patients, staff members, and visitors, shall be installed from the first floor to grade.

B. The ramp shall serve all portions of the facility where patients are located.

C. The surface of a ramp shall be of nonskid materials.

D. Ramps shall be constructed in a manner in compliance with ANSI 117.1, i.e., for every inch of height, the ramp shall be at least one foot long.

E. Ramps shall be of noncombustible construction. (I)

F. Ramps shall discharge onto a surface that is firm and negotiable by persons who are physically challenged in all weather conditions and to a location accessible for loading into a vehicle.

S.C. Code Regs. § 61-91.2500.2506