![]() A sink approached from the front of the sink needs to be 34” maximum rim height with a 27” clearance for knees or having a sink that can be approached from one side.A sink should be mounted on the wall with no cabinet underneath for both standing and seated users or one with enough clearance to provide open knee space. ![]() Towel shelf or hook should be installed within easy reach for drying off before exiting the shower to prevent wet floors.Also, installing a handheld showerhead that can accommodate a seated bather. Installing shower controls where operator can use them without getting wet.Overhead lights in shower and using glass walls instead of a shower curtain to allow additional light to come in will increase safety.Adequate storage and accessible placement for all products so they do not fall into the floor and are easily reachable for all users should be addressed. Consider the placement of items that a user will want to reach such as hair care, bathing products, soap, washcloth, et cetera.Limit the temperature in the tub and shower to 120 degrees. Installing anti-scald mixing valves to maintain a safe water temperature and volume when there are water pressure changes will prevent burns.A textured tile or a slatted wood tray over a concrete floor can provide a nonslip floor. A nonslip floor is one of the most important things to address in the shower to prevent falls.Coordinate the controls to be near grab bars when possible. For a shower-all three walls in roll-in shower should have grab bars and two walls should have grab bars in a transfer shower. For a tub- two bars should be installed on the sidewall at standing and sitting range. Installing grab bars in all bathing areas.Installing tub controls near the front edge will avoid a long reach. It allows a user to walk into the tub without having to climb over the side of the tub. The shower should be 36” wide for someone using a transfer seat and 60” wide for someone in a wheelchair to be able to turn around in or for assists. The opening to the shower is level with the floor and is sloped down to the drain. A curbless shower is ideal for people using a wheelchair, walker or for someone who is at risk for falls and can be used by everyone regardless of ability. ![]() A small stool or plastic chair can allow the bather to sit while taking a shower and can be removed for users who don’t use the seat to shower. Shower seat should be at the height of 17” to 19”.
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