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Raised taxi registration numbers are to be placed on the exterior passenger doors.

Low floor taxis with side doors facilitate easier boarding from curb level with less ramp
gradients than rear door taxis that board from the road level and require a longer ramp.

The vehicle shall be equipped with a Body Fluid/Spill Kit and a First Aid Kit.

14.2.2. Vehicle capacity

The accessible taxi shall have the capacity of carrying at least 2 persons in a
wheelchair, and provide additional regular seats.

Figure 119. Accessible Taxi lay-out for two passengers in wheelchairs

14.2.3. Doors

Clear horizontal door openings shall be a minimum of 810 mm.

Handrails with contrasting colors shall be positioned on each side inside when door is
open, without interfering with the clear width of 810 mm of the door.

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