Research on the size of wheeled mobility devices in the UK and Canada suggests that the dimensions for “clear floor area” of wheeled mobility devices as specified in U.S. standards are too small. Anthropometric research was conducted to verify that findings in other countries are relevant for the U.S. Findings support increasing the clear floor area dimensions. To provide universal access to buildings, it is necessary to exceed the current requirements of minimum standards until they are revised to reflect the increased size of wheeled mobility devices.
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