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AKBD - Bath Planning
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Art/Design
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01/14/2011

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Cards

Term
When was the first flushing toilet available?
Definition

1775

 

BP 7

Term
When a parallel and a forward approach to a toilet are provided, what should the Access Standard clearances be?
Definition

At least 56" measured perpendicular from the rear wall, and 60" measured perpendicular from the side wall, with no other obstructions or fixtures within this clearance.

 

BP 425

Term
What needs to be considered to design a curbless shower?
Definition
  • Control the water spray
  • Plan the drainage
  • Include flooring outside the shower as part of the wet area.

BP 231

Term
What are signs of inadequate or outdated wiring?
Definition
  • The home is over 30 years old and without a ground
  • Has a fuse box instead of circuit breaker box
  • Wiring system has only 2 wires and is therefore not grounded
  • Aluminum wire is present
  • No GFCIs are present
  • There are too few switches, receptacles, lights
  • Extension cords are frequently used
  • Electrical supply at the main is 100 amps or less

BP 249

Term
If your client insists on steps leading into the tub, how should you design them?
Definition
  • Design it as decorative and not actually used to step into the tub
  • Use only 1 step designed in compliance with local building codes or make it 10" deep and 7 1/4" high
  • Include a grab bar or hand rail for safety

BP 222

Term
What  is the most accessible range and within the universal reach range for storage placement?
Definition

15" to 48" AFF

 

BP 208

Term
Bathroom fans are rated in cfms.  How do you calculate how many cfms are needed for the bathroom?
Definition

Volume of the room x 8 ACH

60

 

(or divide the volume by 7.5)

 

BP 264

Term
When did the Federal government mandate number of gallons that toilet flush could use?  What is the number of gallons?
Definition

Early 1990s and 1.6 gals or less

 

BP 79

Term
What is the recommended distance from the center of the lavatory to a wall or tall obstruction?
Definition

20"

 

BP 198

Term
What reach range should be considered when planning storage?
Definition

The comfortable reach range while standing (26" to 59") and the maximum reach height for women (69")

 

BP 208

Term
What is the code requirement for a hanging light in a bathroom?
Definition

It must be outside a zone of 3' horizontally and 8' vertically from the top of the tub rim or shower threshold.

 

BP 454

Term
How much room is required in front of a lavatory for a person to stand and wash their face and hands?
Definition

18" for hand washing and

20" for face washing

 

BP 193

Term
What decade did the shower become common in the home?
Definition

1920s

 

BP 20

Term
What are the factors to be considered when locating a bathroom fan?
Definition
  • High on wall
  • Near to the source of air/moisture to be exhausted
  • In separate compartments
  • Where the duct length can be minimized
  • If more than one would be better
  • Provide a source for replacement air

BP 266

Term
What are some considerations when designing for changes as people age?
Definition
  • Provide intuitive controls and organization
  • Adjust height of fixtures, controls, counters, seats
  • Increased supports and seating
  • Install dual cueing on safety devices
  • Increased & adjustable lighting, reduced glare, increased contrast
  • Quick & easy access to the toilet
  • Protection from scalding
  • Eased edges
  • Increased and even heating

BP 348 & 349

Term
What is the minimum, by access standards, for the interior of a roll-in shower?
Definition

30"W x 60"D, within a minimum 60" wide entry on the face of the shower compartment

 

BP 432

Term
What height from the floor should the lavatory sink be to conform to access standards?
Definition

Not more than 34"

 

BP 428

Term
Where a forward or side reach is obstructed by a 20" to 25" deep counter, what is the maximum for the high reach?
Definition

44" maximum

 

BP 450

Term
For a seated user at a vanity, what is the range in height of the lavatory ?
Definition

28" to 34"

 

BP 200

Term
What is recommended minimum size for a knee space for a seated user?
Definition

36"W x 27"H x 8"D

(36"W if part of a T-turn) increasing to 17"D in the toe space, which extends 9" from the floor

 

BP 423

Term
A fixed shower head is roughed in at what height off of the floor?
Definition

72" to 78" off the floor

 

BP 233

Term
Bathroom Planning guidelines recommend what range for lavatory heights?
Definition

32" to 43", depending on the user's height

 

BP 200

Term
What is the typical toilet width range?
Definition

Width range is 17" to 23"

 

BP 239

Term
When did new regulations limit showers to 2.5 gallons per minute flow rate?
Definition

early 1990s

 

BP 80

Term
What is the lower end of a forward reach when seated?
Definition

15" to 24" off the floor, depending on a person's ability to bend

 

BP 103

Term
What is the code requirement for the clear space in front of lavatory?
Definition

21"

 

BP 422

Term
The Bureau of Standards for basic plumbing was the first attempt at any plumbing standards.  What year were these standards introduced?
Definition

1924

 

BP 13

Term
A standing person who has difficulty bending may have a forward reach of what range?
Definition

24" to 72"

 

BP 103

Term
In what decade did linoleum replace the white tile look?
Definition

1940s

 

BP 25

Term
Work surfaces in the bath should be how high?
Definition

About 3" below the user's elbow height

 

BP 200

Term
What is the best height for a toilet for a person who transfers from a wheelchair?
Definition

It should match the wheelchair height.

 

BP 239

Term
By code, at least one GFCI receptacle must be installed within what distance of the outside edge of a lavatory?
Definition

36"

 

BP 248

Term
What type of seat should be used in a transfer shower?
Definition

A folding seat, that extends from the back wall to a point within 3" of the shower entry.

 

BP 437

Term
Lavatory controls should operate, how, to conform to access standards?
Definition

With one hand, and not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist.

 

BP 428

Term
What is the hanging height of a guest towel?
Definition

8" to 10"

 

BP 213

Term
What is the hanging height of a bath towel?
Definition

22" to 24"

 

BP 213

Term
What is the hanging height of a bath sheet?
Definition

36"

 

BP 213, 226

Term
In addition to a minimum clear floor space of 30" x 48" at each fixture, what other space is required for a person in a wheelchair?
Definition

Space for maneuvering, including approach and turning.

 

BP 423

Term
If adding a bench, what is the recommended minimum shower size?
Definition

36" x 36" and the bench should not interfere with the shower size 

BP 232

Term
If more than one person will use the bathroom at the same time, what is the minimum clearance needed for one person to walk behind another?
Definition

30" minimum

 

BP 190

Term
A transfer shower measuring 36" x 36" needs how much clearance?
Definition

36" x 36" in front of the shower, with 12" extending beyond the wall opposite the controls.

 

BP 229

Term
What is the code requirement for installing equipment?
Definition

All equipment must be installed as per manufacturers' specifications, and all manufacturers' instructions must be available for installers and inspectors and left for the homeowners.

 

BP 447

Term
The surround of a shower or tub/shower combination should extend a minimum of how many inches above the shower head rough-in?
Definition

3"

 

BP 235

Term
What is the range of lengths for closet storage?
Definition

Between 36" to 72"

 

BP 280

Term
What width tub is needed for two bathers seated side-by-side?
Definition

42" wide tub

 

BP 216

Term
What is a common placement for grab bars within a shower?
Definition

33" to 36" above the floor on the back wall

 

BP 231

Term
All towels should be placed in what height range?
Definition

15" to 48" AFF

 

BP 213

Term
Tubs are most safely used when the deck or top of the tub is what height?
Definition

Approximately seat height (plus or minus 18")

 

BP 222

Term
When designing an angular or round shower, it should be large enough for what?
Definition

A 30" disc must fit inside the shower floor.

 

BP 228

Term
What is the building code requirement for clear space in front of a shower?
Definition

24"

 

BP 227

Term
When was the first copper plumbing installed?
Definition

Late in the 1920s

 

BP 20

Term
How wide an entry is recommended for a roll-in shower that is 60" deep?
Definition

A 32" wide entry

 

BP 432

Term
What is the code requirement for a hinged shower door?
Definition

It must open outward

 

BP 444

Term
What is the minimum door opening for easy circulation in and out of the shower?
Definition

32" wide

 

BP 236

Term
What is the ideal size for a shower without a threshold or a door?
Definition

78" x 78" to allow for minimum width of 36" for any passage space

 

BP 237

Term
Accessibility standards require how much space in front of the lavatory?
Definition

30" x 48"

 

BP 197

Term
What does the effective fan capacity depend on?
Definition
  • Length of ducts from intake vent to exhaust vent; if the duct is longer than 5' the size of the fan should be increased
  • Elbows or bends in the ducts; if there is more than one elbow, the size of the fan should be increased.

BP 264

Term
How much space inside a shower is recommended to ensure that one person can move outside the shower spray?
Definition

a 42" x 36" interior

 

BP 230

Term
What size shower can accommodate two users and two shower sprays comfortably?
Definition

A shower at least 60" wide

 

BP 230

Term
When choosing a faucet for a lavatory, what two considerations are necessary to allow for proper use?
Definition

The height of the faucet, so users can get their hands under the spray, and the length of the spout, so the water stays within the sink.

 

BP 206

Term
When using a skylight as a bathroom ventilation window, what code must be followed?
Definition

Code for horizontal and vertical clearances from a plumbing vent.

 

BP 260

Term
What is the standard placement for bathtub grab bars?
Definition

Along the back (horizontal ) at 33" to 36" high, and at the control end of the tub (vertical)

 

BP 221

Term
What is the IRC distance AFF for requiring glass to be tempered?
Definition

60" from standing or walking surface to bottom of the window.

 

BP 443

Term
What is the code requirement for minimum height, from floor to ceiling, over bath fixtures?
Definition

80"

 

BP 189

Term
What is the required size to turn around a wheelchair without backing up?
Definition

A circle with a diameter of 60"

 

BP 192

Term
What is the minimum size for a transfer shower?
Definition

36" x 36"

 

BP 229

Term
What type toilet should be used when it is placed below the sewer line serving the home?
Definition

an ejector toilet

 

BP 69-70

Term
What are the electrical requirements for a washer and dryer?
Definition

Washer is 120v 20a;

dryer is 240v 50a

 

BP 299

Term
If a turning circle is not possible, how much space needs to be included for wheel chair T-turn?
Definition

36" x 60" x 36"

 

BP 190

Term
What is the size of the turning circle needed for a wheel chair?
Definition

60"

 

BP 190

Term
The maximum slope for the shower floor is defined as what by access standards?
Definition

1/4" per foot

 

BP 446

Term
By code, all receptacles in a bathroom must be what type?
Definition

GFCI

 

BP 453

Term
What is the code requirement for heat in a bathroom?
Definition

All bathrooms should have an appropriate heat source to maintain a minimum room temperature of 68 degrees F.

 

BP 456

Term
What is a comfortable work surface height for an average woman?
Definition

36"

 

BP 200

Term
What does the IRC require for clearance between the edges of two freestanding or wall-hung lavatories?
Definition

4"

 

BP 199

Term
In a bathroom, where is most of the task lighting needed?
Definition

For grooming

 

BP 271

Term
Where should tasking lighting be located with respect to the client's face?
Definition

At each side of the client's face, at eye height but so that the lamp is not visible to the client

 

BP 271

Term
When a passage exceeds 24" in depth, what is the minimum width clearance?
Definition

36"

 

BP 418

Term
What is the recommended space between two lavatories next to each other?
Definition

36" centerline to centerline

 

BP 199

Term
Placing the bottom of the mirror at what maximum height AFF will make the mirror usable by many seated or shorter people?
Definition

The bottom edge of the reflecting surface should be no more than 40" AFF

 

BP 212

Term
How are grab bars installed to ensure they can provide safe support?
Definition

Either by blocking between wall studs or by enclosing the entire wall surround with solid plywood.

 

BP 220

Term
What type of cabinet hardware is better for a person who has limited use of his/her hands?
Definition

D-pull

 

BP 208

Term
What is the minimum distance from the edge of a freestanding or wall-hung lavatory to a wall or obstruction?
Definition

4"

 

BP 198

Term
What is the minimum interior shower size for one person?
Definition

30" x 30"

 

BP 228

Term
What is the minimum weight that a grab bar installation should support?
Definition

250lbs.

 

BP 220

Term
If a window is used for ventilation in a bathroom, where should it be placed for the best results?
Definition

High on the wall to take advantage of the natural tendency of warm, moist air to rise.

 

BP 260

Term
What is the code minimum for placement of a toilet or bidet from a wall, other obstacle, or another fixture?
Definition

15" from the toilet or bidet

centerline

 

BP 448

Term
What is the recommended placement of a toilet or bidet from a wall, other obstacle, or another fixture ?
Definition

18" from the toilet or bidet centerline

 

BP 448

Term
What is the issue with aluminum wiring and what must be done if it is found during a remodel?
Definition

Aluminum wiring is a fire hazard.  The entire home must be rewired if aluminum wiring is present.

 

BP 250

Term
What is the minimum interior dimensions for a transfer type shower, according to access standards?
Definition

36"W x 36"D, and have a minimum of 36" wide entry of the face of the shower.

 

BP 432

Term
What is the most important consideration when planning a recessed medicine cabinet in a wall?
Definition

Whether the wall is load-bearing or not.

 

BP 59 ?

Term
What is the minimum height required in front of a fixture in a bathroom?
Definition

80"

 

BP 189

Term
What are the exhaust system installation do's and don'ts?
Definition
  • Use smooth ducts with sealed joints
  • Insulate ducts that run through spaces that are not cooled or heated
  • Terminate duct outside
  • Install a backdraft damper to prevent outside air entering the house, and to keep out critters
  • Install on rubber gaskets or other cushioning to reduce vibration noises

BP 266

Term
How should the exact height of the countertop opening for a wheelchair be determined?
Definition

By the height of the client's knees, and sometimes the height of the wheelchair arm.

 

BP 204

Term
What are seven storage principles for storing items in the bathroom/grooming area?
Definition
  • Stored items should be easy to locate at a glance
  • Store items in the first or last place of use
  • Items that are used together should be stored together
  • Frequently used items should be within easy reach
  • Store items in duplicate locations if necessary
  • Store hazardous items out of reach
  • Store items in the appropriate environment

BP 208

Term
Heights of bars, controls, seats, etc. AFF?
Definition

AFF Locations

  • Grab bars:  33" to 36"
  • Shower control:  38" to 48"
  • Shower head: at least 72"
  • Tub control:  between rim to 33"
  • Shower seat:  17" to 19"
  • Toilet paper:  26" centerline

BP 433-442

Term
What type of shower controls do codes require?
Definition
  • Pressure balance
  • Thermostatic control
  • Combination of pressure balance and thermostatic control

BP 234

Term
What are typical heights for toilet seats?
Definition

Between 14" and 17", and recently between 17" and 19"

 

BP 239

Term
What is the depth of a toilet with a standard bowl?
Definition

About 25" deep; an elongated bowl is about 30"

 

BP 239

Term
What is the depth of a wall-hung toilet?
Definition

About 22" deep

 

BP 239

Term
What is recommended for closet depth?
Definition

Typically 24" deep, with a rod placed 12" from the wall.  Bulkier clothing may need 26" to 28", and up to 30" for outwear.

 

BP 279

Term
By code, switches may not be installed where in the bathroom?
Definition

Within wet locations in a tub or shower, or within reach while standing in the tub or shower unless installed as part of the listed tub or shower assembly.

 

BP 453

Term
What is the code requirement for space between two lavatories next to each other?
Definition

30" centerline to centerline

 

BP 199

Term
When must tempered glass be used?
Definition

Whenever there is a chance that someone could fall against the glass

  • Glass for a shower surround or enclosure
  • Shower door
  • Windows in the tub or shower area below 60" AFF
  • Windows below 18" AFF

 

BP 237

Term
What is the recommended clear space in front of a bathtub?
Definition

30" wide and extend the length of the tub

 

BP 422

Term
How much clear space is recommended in front of a toilet?
Definition

30"

 

BP 240

Term
If two people are using the shower at the same time, what do you need to add?
Definition

There should be at least two showerheads, controlled separately, and the design of the shower should take into account the number of body sprays, jet, control valves and diverters needed.

 

BP 234

Term
What is the minimum clear space needed in front of a fixture?
Definition

21"

 

BP 189

Term
For a door to be usable by a person with a mobility aid, there should be how many inches of clear space beside the door opening?
Definition

There should be 18" of clear space (opposite the hinge side of the door)

 

BP 187

Term
What size piping is appropriate for a tub, spa, or whirlpool?
Definition

3/4" - 1"

 

BP 66

Term
Where should shower controls be placed with respect to the entry?
Definition

They should be offset toward the entry so they are accessible inside and outside of the shower.  An accessible location is 6" from the outside of the fixtures.

 

BP 233

Term
Floor space in front of a lavatory should be how deep in order to accommodate two people comfortably?
Definition

48"

 

BP 197

Term
What is the clear opening recommendation for the entry to a bath?
Definition

32" clear opening, which means that the door is 34 " (2'10")

 

BP 186

Term
What decade did his and her spaces come into the bathroom?
Definition

1990s

 

BP 34

Term
What is the recommended dimensions for a shower seat?
Definition

17" to 19" high and at least 15" deep

 

BP 232

Term
What is the minimum clear floor space that is needed in front of a transfer shower?
Definition

36" x 48"

 

BP 229

Term
What is the recommended clear space for comfortable use of a fixture?
Definition

30"

 

BP 196

Term
Shower controls should be placed at what height?
Definition

38" to 48" off the floor

 

BP 233

Term
When creating a shower with no threshold and no door, what can be done to help contain the water in the shower?
Definition
  • A weighted shower curtain that is slightly longer than the height of the shower rod
  • Sloping the floor toward the drain
  • Adding a second drain, especially a trough-style drain

BP 236 & 237

Term
What is the minimum inches, per code, for the opening under the counter for a person in a wheelchair?
Definition

36", since the opening can then be part of the T-turn

 

BP 204

Term
What is the minimum distance, according to building code, from the centerline of a lavatory to a wall?
Definition

15"

 

BP 198

Term
What is the recommended distance from the centerline of a lavatory to a wall or other obstruction?
Definition

20"

 

BP 198

Term
For a standard or swinging door, the minimum clearance on the push side of the door should be how many inches?
Definition

Width of the door by (x) 48"

 

BP 420

Term
How wide an entry is recommended for a roll-in shower that is 42" deep?
Definition

A 36" wide entry, to allow for turning

 

BP 432

Term
Where should the control for general lighting be placed?
Definition

At the entrance to the room and not more than 48" AFF

 

BP 273

Term
For a standard door or swinging door, the minimum clearance on the pull side should be how many inches?
Definition

Width of the door plus 18" x 60"

 

BP 420

Term
What is the minimum recommended depth for a transfer seat placed at the head of a tub?
Definition

15"

 

BP 219

Term
What is the minimum requirement for transfer in front of a tub for a user with a mobility aid or wheelchair?
Definition

30"

 

BP 218

Term
Where should faucet controls in a tub/shower combination be placed?
Definition

At 33" AFF and within 6" of the front wall

 

BP 223

Term
What is the recommended height for mirror placement?
Definition

It should be placed with consideration for the user's eye height and line of sight

 

BP 212

Term
What is the recommended size of a dressing circle in front of shower?
Definition

42" to 48"

 

BP 227

Term
In addition to providing a grab bar on the back wall of a shower, what other place is one helpful and when?
Definition

A vertical grab bar at the shower entrance provides support when getting in and out

 

BP 231

Term
Where should controls be placed in a stand alone or platform tub?
Definition
  • Controls should be on the front side, so that the bather does not have to lean over the tub to turn on the water and check the temperature,
  • Controls should be placed so that they do not interfere with transfer

BP 223

Term
What do building codes require as a minimum clear area in front of the tub?
Definition

21"

 

BP 218

Term
What is the recommended interior shower size for one person?
Definition

36" x 36"

 

BP 228

Term
What is the minimum requirement for bathroom ventilation?
Definition

An operable window of at least 3 sq. ft. or a mechanical ventilation system of at least 50 cfm ducted to the outside

 

BP 455

Term
Where in the bathroom can hanging lights not be placed?
Definition

Within an area 3' horizontally and 8' vertically from the top of the bathtub rim

 

BP 273

Term
A shower or tub equipped with a shower head shall have 80" floor to ceiling at what distance from the shower head?
Definition

Above a minimum area of 30" x 30" at the shower head

 

BP 421

Term
What is the recommended diameter and projection from the wall for grab bars?
Definition

Grab bars should be 1 1/4" to 2" in diameter and extend 1 1/2" from the wall.

 

BP 439

Term
Where is the recommended location for the toilet paper?
Definition

8" to 12" in front of the toilet rim, and centered 26" AFF

 

BP 243

Term
How long after showering or bathing does it take to remove moisture from the bathroom and ventilation system?
Definition

15 to 20 minutes

 

BP 265

Term

What height should a urinal be AFF

for men?

for boys?

Definition

19 1/2" for boys

24" for men

 

BP 246

Term
When building a toilet compartment, what are the recommended dimensions?
Definition

36" x 66"

 

BP 242

Term
When building a toilet compartment, what are the minimum dimension by code?
Definition

30" x 60"

 

BP 242

Term
For larger bathrooms (over 100 sq. ft.), what other way should ventilation be determined?
Definition

Ventilation should be based on the number of fixtures:

 

  • 50 cfm each for toilet, shower & bathtub
  • 100 cfm for jetted tub

BP 265

Term
What is the recommended floor clearance in front of a shower for comfortable access?
Definition

30"

 

BP 227

Term
A fan with this sones rating will be quiet enough to be considered background noise.
Definition

1.0 to 1.5 sones

 

BP 262

Term
When a permanent seat is provided at the head of a bathtub, the clearance should extend how far beyond the wall at the head of the tub?
Definition

It should extend a minimum of 12"

 

BP 425

Term
Where should towels be placed for use by a person in the shower?
Definition

Within reach of the person and 15" to 48" AFF; extra towels need to be stored close by.

 

BP 238

Term
What is the minimum clearance by code in front of a toilet?
Definition

21"

 

BP 240

Term
The recommended size of a roll-in shower is 36" x 60"; what is the recommended minimum clearance?
Definition

A minimum of 30" x 60" parallel to the open side of the shower.

 

BP 229

Term
When building a toilet compartment to meet access standards, what dimensions are required?
Definition

60" wide, measured perpendicular to the side wall, and at least 59" long for a floor-mounted toilet, measured perpendicular to the rear wall.

 

BP 449

Term
What size roll-in shower is recommended to make it easier to contain water in the shower?
Definition

36" - 42" in depth x 60" long.

 

BP 431

Term
The threshold at the shower may be how high?
Definition

Not greater than 1/4" if square or 1/2" if beveled.

 

BP 361

Term
What is the English word to describe an outhouse; a toileting facility located outside the house and consisting of a seat over an opening in a small building?
Definition

Privy

 

BP 461

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