Accessible Means of Egress Calculator

Calculate accessible means of egress requirements per ADA, ICC A117.1, and IBC Section 1009

Input Parameters

Results

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Areas of Refuge Required
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Wheelchair Spaces per Area
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Accessible Exits Required
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Signage Requirements
Note: Accessible egress per IBC 1009, ADA, and ICC A117.1. Sprinklered buildings are exempt from areas of refuge per IBC 1009.3 Exception 1. Each area of refuge requires two-way communication and illuminated signage. Elevator evacuation per IBC 3008 may supplement accessible egress.

Reference

IBC 1009: Accessible Means of Egress IBC 1009.1: Same number as required exits (min 2) IBC 1009.3: Areas of refuge not required if sprinklered (NFPA 13) IBC 1009.3.1: 1 wheelchair space per 200 occupants (min 1) ICC A117.1 305: Wheelchair space = 30 in x 48 in IBC 1009.8: Two-way communication at areas of refuge IBC 1009.9: Directional signage to areas of refuge