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A plumber is installing a barrier-free shower stall in a care facility. The design includes a fixed shower head and a hand-held shower unit. According to Canadian accessibility guidelines, what is the maximum height permitted for the fixed shower head from the shower floor, assuming no additional grab bar is provided for adjustment?
For barrier-free showers, Canadian accessibility guidelines typically specify a maximum height of 1600 mm for a fixed shower head when no adjustable slide bar i
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Question: A plumber is installing a barrier-free shower stall in a care facility. The design includes a fixed shower head and a hand-held shower unit. According to Canadian accessibility guidelines, what is the maximum height permitted for the fixed shower head from the shower floor, assuming no additional grab bar is provided for adjustment?
Answer options:
- 1220 mm (48 in)
- 1475 mm (58 in) ✅ 1600 mm (63 in)
- 1830 mm (72 in)
Correct answer: 1600 mm (63 in)
Explanation: For barrier-free showers, Canadian accessibility guidelines typically specify a maximum height of 1600 mm for a fixed shower head when no adjustable slide bar is present, to ensure it is accessible for seated individuals. Options A and B are generally too low for standing, and option D is too high for seated users.
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