wheelchair ramps
Rolling access paths
Wheelchair ramps are inclined surfaces that allow people in wheelchairs to move between levels without using stairs.
They appear at building entrances, curbs, and vehicles.
Ramps must meet specific slope requirements under accessibility laws: The new office building has wheelchair ramps at every entrance.
Sometimes shortened to just ramps in accessibility contexts.
Sloped sidewalk transitions
- handrailsBars for gripping while walking
- grab barsFixed handles for stability
- automatic doorsEntrances operating without manual effort
- accessible parkingReserved spaces for disabled drivers
elevators · stair lifts · accessible entrances · wide doorways · non-slip surface · accessible restrooms · mobility aids · building codes
Rate of change across space
- slopeAngled terrain or steepness
- inclineAngled rising surface
- riseMove to higher position
- runMove swiftly on foot
angle · handrails · landing · concrete · aluminum · wood · steel · switchback
Without physical obstructions
- accommodationShelter or housing provided
- equal accessUniform right to participate
- participationAct of taking part
- empowermentGaining authority or confidence
civil rights · disability rights · independent living · human rights · advocacy · public spaces · integration · non-discrimination
curb cuts
Sloped sidewalk transitions
- handrailsBars for gripping while walking
- grab barsFixed handles for stability
- automatic doorsEntrances operating without manual effort
accessible parking · elevators · stair lifts · accessible entrances · wide doorways · non-slip surface · accessible restrooms · mobility aids · building codes · retrofitting
gradient
Rate of change across space
run · angle · handrails · landing · concrete · aluminum · wood · steel · switchback · load bearing
barrier-free
Without physical obstructions
- accommodationShelter or housing provided
- equal accessUniform right to participate
- participationAct of taking part
empowerment · civil rights · disability rights · independent living · human rights · advocacy · public spaces · integration · non-discrimination · dignity
- Disability Rightsdisability rights, ADA, Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodation, accessibility
- accessibilityadaptive skiing, accessibility features, handcycling, sled hockey, boccia
- park amenitiespicnic table, picnic areas, bathrooms, picnic tables, picnic bench
- disabilitydisability rights, disability culture, disability activism, disability services, disability identity
- accessible designwide doors, wide doorways, grab bars, handrails, inclusive design
- accessible travelaccessible transport, accessible parks, accessible bathrooms, accessible restrooms, accessible parking
wheelchair rampsstairs
Set of steps
steps · staircases · curbs · barriers · obstacles
wheelchair rampsstairs
Set of steps
staircases · steps · ladders · step ladders · spiral staircases
wheel, wheels, ramp, rampage, wheeled, wheelchair, wheeling, ramps, ramped