I am considering installing something like this free 3D printed design to allow users to be able to open doors with their forearms, but do folks think this will be an issue for access for those with disabilities, hand strength issues, etc?
Longer answer: it'll take a lawsuit to know for sure.
Apr 28, 20 12:38 pm ·
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bezducci
Thank you! Yea, I don't know. I can see people being able to still push up without much of a change or being able to grasp and pull down on the plastic, but it also seems like that could still be challenging for some folks.
From my perspective this type of device COULD be ADA compliant however I'd say that the maximum reach height and distance would become shorter for this product due to the recused ergonomics. This would also increase the clear floor areas required for operation.
ADA Concerns with Door Handle Additions?
I am considering installing something like this free 3D printed design to allow users to be able to open doors with their forearms, but do folks think this will be an issue for access for those with disabilities, hand strength issues, etc?
Link to story behind image: https://develop3d.com/3d-printing/materialise-make-design-for-hands-free-door-opener-free/
or... just wash your hands and act like adults instead of adding dozens of germaphobe devices.
Short answer: yes.
Longer answer: it'll take a lawsuit to know for sure.
Thank you! Yea, I don't know. I can see people being able to still push up without much of a change or being able to grasp and pull down on the plastic, but it also seems like that could still be challenging for some folks.
From my perspective this type of device COULD be ADA compliant however I'd say that the maximum reach height and distance would become shorter for this product due to the recused ergonomics. This would also increase the clear floor areas required for operation.
seems awkward to use for anyone who isn't an able bodied adult
This is a wheel, not a mousetrap.
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