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Figure 55. Bench with lateral interaction area
5.24.3. Drinking fountains
Drinking fountains in urban spaces and buildings must meet the following requirements:
1. Two fountains with different heights shall be provided, one no higher than 915 mm
above the floor for the accessible unit.
2. Drinking fountains shall allow its use through frontal approach.
3. If the push button is manual, it shall be at a height of between 700 mm and 1200 mm
and have an accessible mechanism that is easy to operate.
4. Water should be attainable at a height of between 600 mm and 850 mm ± 50 mm,
and near to the approaching space. The design has to prevent the user from getting
wet during use.
5. Drinking fountains should provide bottle fillers.
6. Drinking fountains should be located in an alcove where possible to ensure that it is
not a protrusion hazard.
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