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When installing an accessible toilet for a barrier-free washroom in a public facility, what is the minimum clear floor space required in front of the water closet, as per CSA B651?

CSA B651, 'Accessible Design for the Built Environment', mandates a minimum clear floor space of 900 mm x 1500 mm in front of an accessible water closet to allo

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Question: When installing an accessible toilet for a barrier-free washroom in a public facility, what is the minimum clear floor space required in front of the water closet, as per CSA B651?

Answer options:

  • 750 mm x 1200 mm
  • 850 mm x 1350 mm ✅ 900 mm x 1500 mm
  • 1000 mm x 1600 mm

Correct answer: 900 mm x 1500 mm

Explanation: CSA B651, 'Accessible Design for the Built Environment', mandates a minimum clear floor space of 900 mm x 1500 mm in front of an accessible water closet to allow for wheelchair maneuvering. Other dimensions do not meet this specific accessibility requirement.

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