Page 84 - The International Journal of the Royal Society of Thailand Vol.XIII-2021

The International Journal of the Royal Society of Thailand
Volume XIII – 2021

Prepare space, front of urinal (0.90x1.20 m.) Prepare grab bares : side and above Shower space, No wheelchair accessibility = 0.90x0.90 m. equipped with 3-side grab bars With wheelchair accessibility = 0.75x1.50 m. equipped with grab bar and adjustable chair With small space for wheelchair accessibility = 0.90x1.20 m. Dry area is preferred 2 English version -1

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Prepare space for wheelchair Prepare space for personal assistance beside sanitary fixture Avoid floor step Use non-slip surface material Prepare space beneath lavatory Avoid to have shelf above lavatory Prepare adjustable angle mirror Use single lever, press or automatic faucet Toilet : 0.45-0.50 m. high with grab Vertical, horizontal or L-shape at wall side Adjustable grab b

• (1.50x1.50) • • • • • • • • bars • • Adequate space for wheelchair Prepare 0.90 m. space beside bed range from bed i.e. switch and telephone Prepare panic button for alarm Wardrobe with adjustable rail Furniture, rail, drawer, shelf, handle, cabinet Natural light and ventilation
1. Toilet 2. Bedroom Armchair must be firm

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0.75-0.80 m. high with 0.60 m. high clear space beneath Appropriate length Not touch the floor Prepare space for bodily movement 4. Furniture 3. Kitchen Access from both end : min. 1.00 m. space Access from single end : min.1.50 m. space Counter : 0.80-0.90 m. high and 0.75 m. wide Require space beneath Elevated cabinet for free floor space (0.25-0.30 m.) Appropriate and

Rounded edge Table : firm • Chair : strong with armrest Curtain • • Clean and organized Non-slip and clear floor • Avoid use of extension cord Appropriate ventilation system

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74 Preparing Environment for Elders, Handicaps and Children