The 2024 Amended IRR of Batas Pambansa Blg. 344 (Accessibility Law) modernizes and expands the country’s accessibility standards to create safer, more inclusive environments for persons with disabilities. It revises technical guidelines for ramps, walkways, parking spaces, signage, handrails, and other architectural features to ensure barrier-free access in all public and private buildings, streets, and transportation facilities. The updated regulations emphasize universal design, visibility, and tactile guidance to enhance mobility and independence. By integrating these requirements into the planning, design, and permitting process, the amended IRR reinforces the government’s commitment to uphold accessibility as a fundamental aspect of sustainable and equitable development.
PUBLIC TELEPHONES
11. Public Telephones
11.1 Public telephones shall be equipped with a volume control device.
11.2 Telephones shall have an illumination at a minimum of 200 lux beside the telephone.
11.3 The dialing controls, coin slots, receivers, and instructional signs shall be located at a maximum height of 1200 mm from the finished floor.
11.4 Provide a clear unobstructed space of 1800 mm x 1800 mm in front of wall mounted and free-standing telephones.
11.5 For establishments that provide public telephones Accessible Public phones shall be installed:
a. One for each floor
b. One for every group of two or more phones.
ATMs, KIOSKS and TICKET MACHINES
12. Automated Teller Machines (ATMs), Kiosks and Ticket Machines
12.1 Provide a minimum clear unobstructed space of 1800 mm x 1800 mm in front of ATMs.
12.2 Speech Output. Machines shall be speech enabled. Operating instructions and orientation, visible transaction prompts, user input verification, error messages, and all displayed information for full use shall be accessible to and independently usable by individuals with visual disabilities. Speech shall be delivered through a mechanism that is readily available to all users, including but not limited to, an industry standard connector or a telephone handset. Speech shall be recorded or digitized human or synthesized.
Instructions and all information for use shall be made accessible and independently usable by persons with visual disabilities through:
a. Braille
b. Tactile
c. Audio through speakers or earphone jacks
12.3 The height of controls, buttons, bill dispensers, card slots shall be from 900 to 1200 mm.
12.4 Kiosks, ATMs and Ticket Machines shall be installed at a height that is easy to use for wheelchair users and reachable by both standing and seating positions. It is necessary to secure space under the counter to enable wheelchair users to approach ticket machines.
12.5 The input and output devices on the kiosk/ticket machine shall be within reach range and not obstructed by other objects. It shall also be operable without requiring tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist.
12.6 Counters shall be provided in the kiosks, ATMs, and ticket machines at a height of 750 mm to allow wheelchair users to easily approach. To enable easy operation of the machine by wheelchair users, the space under the counter shall have a minimum depth of about 480 mm.
12.7 Information from these machines shall be communicated properly to all users including people with visual disabilities, individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing.
12.8 Kiosks, ATMs, and ticket machines shall have instructions and all information available through audio output with adjustable volume and shall provide visual instructions, feedback, and prompts that are easily visible from a range of heights and angles.
12.9 An interphone or call button for contacting station staff at times of emergency, breakdown, or inquiry shall be provided.
12.10 There shall be clear signage indicating the location and function of the Kiosks, ATMs, and ticket machines, as well as any instructions for their use. The signage shall be easily visible and located at a height of no more than 2.4m above the floor.
ACCESSIBLE TICKET OFFICE COUNTERS AND INFORMATION DESKS
14. Accessible Ticket Office Counters and Information Desks14. Accessible Ticket Office Counters and Information Desks
14.1 All counters shall apply universal design. Two-level counters shall be provided in all customer service and ticketing offices, and information desks. It shall be accessible both in a standing and seating position.
14.2 The lower level of the two-level counters shall have a height of 750 mm, and the higher level shall have a height of around 950 mm - 1100 mm.
14.3 Counters shall have a 700 mm minimum vertical legroom space and shall have a counter depth of 480 mm.
14.4 The clear floor area for a forward approach to a counter or table or a side approach is 1500 x 1500 mm.
14.5 Each counter shall be at least 900 mm wide to provide ample space for people using wheelchairs or mobility aids.
14.6 Clear and visible signage shall be provided with raised letters and Braille to aid People with visual disabilities.
14.7 Hearing Enhancement Systems shall be provided at all customer service and ticket counters, information desks, and alike. This will aid the individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing to ensure effective communication. Hearing Enhancement Systems shall be in accordance with the IRR.
WORKSTATIONS
15. Workstations
15.1 Accessible workstations shall account for a minimum of 1% of the total number of workstations available in an office, workspace, or similar environments.
15.2 The access aisle shall have a minimum width of 900 mm.
RESTAURANTS, EATERIES, AND OTHER DINING ESTABLISHMENTS
16. Restaurants, Eateries, and other Dining Establishments
16.1 Provisions of access shall be made available to persons with disabilities for all eating outlets and establishments, such as hawker centers, food courts or centers, fast food outlets, restaurants, and the like.
16.2 A circulation path of at least 1500 mm wide shall be provided in front of the stalls.
16.3 An accessible route with a minimum clear width of 900 mm shall be provided from the circulation path to the tables intended for persons with disabilities.
16.4 Where fixed seating is provided in eating outlets and establishments, ten percent (10%) of the total number of dining table shall be accessible to persons with disabilities. Any fraction thereof is equivalent to one accessible dining table.
16.5 The height of the dining table provided for persons with disabilities shall be 750 mm with a minimum clear knee space of 700 mm high and 480 mm deep.
16.6 Service counters shall apply universal design reachable for persons with disabilities. It shall be a two-level counter design with the lower level having a height of 750 mm and the higher level having a height of around 950 mm-1100 mm.
HOTELS, APARTELLES, DORMITORIES & OTHER TRANSIENT LODGING FACILITIES
17. Hotels, Apartelles, Dormitories & Other Transient Lodging Facilities17. Hotels, Apartelles, Dormitories & Other Transient Lodging Facilities
Note:
Two percent (2%) or the total number of guest rooms of hotels, apartels, dormitories & other transient lodging facilities shall be Accessible Guest Rooms. Accessible Guest Rooms shall have the following accessibility features and facilities:
17.1 Lever type door handles. Dual height peepholes with the lower peephole installed 1000 mm from the floor.
17.2 Manual switches shall be installed 1200 mm above the floor measured from the center of the switch plate to the finished floor.
17.3 Manual switches shall be located 200 mm from the latch side of the door.
17.4 Electrical outlets shall be installed not lower than of 450 mm from the guest room floor to the center of the electrical outlet.
17.5 Bed shall have a maximum height of 500 mm.
17.6 Easy-to-open doors, preferably sliding closet doors shall be used.
17.7 Adjustable hanger racks or dual height hanger racks with the lower rack installed 1200 mm from the floor.
17.8 Visual warning system consisting of strobe lights supervised, activated, and powered by means of the fire detection and alarm system. Strobe lights shall:
a. have a luminous intensity of not less than 2 candelas and produce no more than 3 flashes per second, (NFPA 72)
b. have a clear or white translucent lens
c. have the word “FIRE” clearly visible on the lens or attached nameplate
d. be installed in each:
i. bedroom
ii. room closed off from the living area by a door except a bathroom
iii. living area or hallway serving the living area
e. Comply with all applicable requirements of the latest edition of the Fire Code of the Philippines.
f. Staff shall inform and orient guests with disabilities of the locations and functions of the visual warning system.
17.9 Emergency assistance button(s) shall be provided.
17.10 Vibrating Pillow or Bed alarms shall be provided for guests with hearing disabilities.
17.11 Accessible toilets and baths shall comply with the standards and dimensions stipulated in Section 6 on Toilets and Baths.
DESIGNATED REST AREAS AND EQUIPMENT FOR RESTING
18. Designated Rest Areas and Equipment for Resting
In consideration of the long distances entailed in moving around, it is necessary to install equipment for Persons with Disabilities to use for resting.
18.1 Benches
a. Staff shall inform and orient guests with disabilities of the locations and functions of the visual warning system.
b. One or more benches for resting shall be installed, taking care not to impede the movement of users. If there is a risk that benches may hinder the smooth flow of passengers, it is not necessary to meet this requirement.
c. Benches shall be stable and shall be arranged in appropriate intervals, not exceeding thirty (30) meters interval distance, in consideration of users who have difficulty traveling long distances.
d. For outdoor rest areas, appropriate shading shall be provided to ensure comfort and protection from the elements.
18.2 Waiting Rooms and Areas
a. Layout
i. The waiting area shall have sufficient space between seating areas for easy maneuvering of wheelchairs, walkers, and other mobility devices. The waiting area shall have a clear floor space of at least 1800 mm x 1800 mm in front of seating areas to accommodate wheelchair users and their companions.
ii. The waiting area shall have at least one unobstructed entrance with a clear width of at least 900 mm wide.
b. Seating
i. The waiting area shall provide a mix of seating options including benches, chairs with armrests, and seats with and without backs.
ii. Seating shall be arranged to allow for easy transfer to and from wheelchairs.
iii. At least 5% of the seating shall be designated as priority seating for individuals with disabilities.
c. Flooring
i. The flooring shall be slip-resistant to prevent accidents and falls.
ii. The flooring shall be level and free of any tripping hazards.
iii. Carpeted areas shall have low-pile carpets to allow for easy mobility of wheelchairs and other mobility devices.
18.3 Drinking Water Facilities
a. Layout. Where drinking water facilities are provided, access shall be required for wheelchair users and for standing people. Dual access shall be provided in each secured area of a facility equipped with drinking water facilities. At least two units, one reachable for wheelchair users and one for standing people, or a combination of a high-low unit thereof shall be provided for dual access in each such location.
b. Drinking water facilities shall be located in an area that is easy to find and access and it shall be marked with appropriate signage.
c. The height of drinking fountains shall be 750 mm - 900 mm above the floor and the spout shall be able to extend at least 50 mm from the front edge of the fountain.
d. Drinking fountains shall have a clear floor space of at least 1800 mm by 1800 mm in front of and alongside the unit to allow for a person using a wheelchair to access the fountain.
e. Drinking fountains shall be automatic or operable with easy-to-use controls, such as a push-button or lever, that can be operated with one hand or a closed fist and does not require fine finger dexterity.
f. If a bottle-filling station is included, the spout shall extend at least 100 mm from the front edge of the fountain.
g. Clear knee space of 750 mm wide, 200 mm deep, and 650 mm high shall be provided.
h. Clear toe space of at least 750 mm wide, 200 mm deep, and 200 mm high shall be provided.
18.4 Breastfeeding Room
There shall be a designated room for nursing and diaper-changing purposes that is accessible to all. The room shall be furnished with the following items and amenities which shall be accessible to all individuals:
a. Anteroom
Anteroom shall be designed to provide added privacy for the Breastfeeding Room, ensuring that the interior of the Breastfeeding Room is not visible from the outside when the door is opened. It shall be wide enough to fit a stroller and a person side by side.
b. Diaper Changing Area
i. Baby Bed
ii. Waste Receptacles
iii. Stroller Parking
iv. Sink Area
c. Lactation Room
i. Baby Bed
ii. Waste Receptacles
iii. Rooms shall provide privacy screens or curtains to ensure that individuals can breastfeed in a private and secure environment.
iv. Sofa or Resting Chair
v. Kitchenette
vi. Grab bars, changing tables, and sinks shall be installed and positioned at an accessible height to accommodate Persons with Disabilities.
18.5 Sensory Rooms
Sensory rooms shall serve as designated areas where individuals can seek respite and isolate themselves from excessive sensory stimulation. These rooms shall be situated in quiet and private areas, ensuring minimal noise and distractions. It shall be easily accessible and conveniently located on the same level as the main public areas.
a. Anteroom
Anteroom shall be designed to provide added privacy for the Breastfeeding Room, ensuring that the interior of the Breastfeeding Room is not visible from the outside when the door is opened. It shall be wide enough to fit a stroller and a person side by side.
b. The room shall be large enough to accommodate a wheelchair, with enough space for a caregiver or support person if needed. A minimum size of 2500 mm by 2500 mm is recommended.
c. The doorway shall have a clear width of at least 900 mm wide and shall be easy to open, with no threshold or step. The door shall be designed to allow for access from both the inside and outside in case of emergency.
d. The room shall have adequate lighting, both natural and artificial, to provide a comfortable and calming environment.
e. The room shall have proper ventilation to ensure a comfortable temperature and fresh air.
f. The room shall have comfortable seating, a table or desk, and calming decor. A phone or call button for emergency assistance shall be provided, as well as strobe light alarms for visual emergency indication. Any equipment shall be easily accessible and user-friendly.
DRESSING ROOMS AND CUBICLES
13. Dressing Rooms and Cubicles
13.1 Dressing areas shall have a coat hook installed on a side wall not more than 1200 mm from the floor and projecting not more than 40 mm from the wall.
13.2 Accessible dressing rooms shall have a minimum clear turnaround space of 1800 mm x 1800 mm.
13.3 Accessible dressing rooms shall have a minimum clear door opening of 900 mm and open outward.
13.4 Accessible dressing rooms shall be identified by the International Symbol of Accessibility mounted 1800 mm on center to finished floor at the exterior face of the door.
13.5 Accessible dressing rooms shall have handrails installed 800 mm from the finished floor to top of handrail.
LOCATION OF EMERGENCY EXITS
4. Location of Emergency Exits
Wall mounted or free-standing evacuation plans with an embossed floor plan of the building which would also indicate locations of lobbies, washrooms and emergency exits (through the use of different textures to symbolize the spaces) shall be provided at the main lobby of each floor or other strategic locations; the markings on this evacuation plan shall be readable by both the blind and the sighted.
AREAS OF REFUGE
5. Areas of Refuge
5.1 An area of refuge shall be separated from the building floor area by a fire separation having a fire-resistance rating equal to that required for a fire exit in compliance with the latest edition of the Fire Code of the Philippines.
5.2 An area of refuge shall be served by a smoke proof fire exit.
5.3 Refuge areas shall be smoke proof in accordance with latest edition of the Fire Code of the Philippines.
5.4 The minimum dimensions of a refuge area shall be 900 mm x 1200 mm for one wheelchair user.
5.5 Areas of Refuge shall be:
a. Identified by illuminated signage (Refer to Section on Illumination of Means of Egress of the latest edition of Fire Code of the Philippines).
b. The minimum level of illumination of signs shall be 200 lux.
c. Equipped with an emergency communication system in compliance with the latest edition of the Fire Code of the Philippines. The emergency communication system shall be installed at a height of 700 mm to 900 mm from the floor and shall be located reachable to the wheelchair users.
d. Identified on all public displayed tactile and Braille floor evacuation plans.
e. Designated in evacuation procedure documents.
f. If possible, provide a smoke extraction system.
6. Audio, Visual, Vibrating Fire Alarm Systems
6.1 Audio and Visual alarm systems shall be installed on all floors in compliance with the latest edition of the Fire Code of the Philippines.
6.2 In sleeping areas, where the mounting height is within 600 mm or less of the ceiling, the required intensity is 177 candelas. When the distance would be more than 600 mm to the ceiling light intensities of 110 candelas may be provided as stated on Section 10.2.6.6 of RA 9514 (Fire Code of the Philippines)
6.3 Notification signals for occupants to evacuate shall be by audible and visible signals in accordance with NFPA 72, or other means of notification subject to the determination and approval of the City/Municipal Fire Marshal having jurisdiction.
6.4 The general evacuation alarm signal shall operate throughout the entire building.
6.5 Provide vibrating pillow alarm for the deaf for hotels, apartelles and resorts in accordance with the International Standard.
SERVICE ANIMAL PROVISIONS
19. Service Animal Provisions
19.1 Provide designated spaces for service animals to lie down or rest, with sufficient space for the animal and its owner.
19.2 Provide water bowls in easily accessible locations for service animals to drink from.
19.3 Install weight-activated doors in key pathways that are easy for service animals to operate, with an ideal weight of at least10 pounds to activate the door.
19.4 Service Animal Relief Areas
a. The animal relief area shall be located on the same level as the transportation facility or be accessible by an elevator.
b. The minimum size for the relief area shall be 3 square meters.
c. The relief area shall have an all-weather surface that is slip-resistant, non-toxic, and easy to clean.
d. The relief area shall have a sign that displays the international symbol of access for people with disabilities and information on the designated use of the area.
e. The relief area shall be equipped with a trash receptacle and a means for disposing of animal waste.
19.5 Accommodation for Service Animals in Transportation Facilities
a. Service animals shall be allowed to accompany their handlers to any area that is open to the public or where customers are normally allowed to go.
b. There shall be no additional fees charged for service animals, and they shall not be required to have identification or certification as a service animal.
c. The transportation facility shall only require documentation for the service animal if it is necessary to determine if an animal qualifies as a service animal.
d. If a service animal is not allowed to accompany its handler to a specific location, alternative accommodation shall be provided, such as providing a designated waiting area.
SPECIAL TYPES OF FACILITIES
E. SPECIAL TYPES OF FACILITIES
1. Swimming Pools
1.1 Provide transfer walls with the following features:
a. Identified by illuminated signage (Refer to Section on Illumination of Means of Egress of the latest edition of Fire Code of the Philippines).
b. The minimum level of illumination of signs shall be 200 lux.
c. A clear transfer space of 1500 mm x 1500 mm minimum with a slope not steeper than 1:12 shall be provided at the base of the swimming pool transfer wall.
d. The height of the transfer wall shall be 450 mm measured from the top of the transfer wall to the finished dropped deck floor.
e. The surfaces of transfer walls shall not be sharp and shall have rounded edges.
f. Grab bars shall be perpendicular to the top of the transfer wall and shall extend the full width of the transfer wall.
g. Two (2) grab bars shall be provided and spaced at 700 mm clear space in-between.
h. The side of the transfer wall serving the transfer space shall be unobstructed.
i. Gratings, if required, shall be provided according to section on sidewalks and walkways.
j. Transfer walls shall be located at the shallow portion of the swimming pool and shall not be less than 400mm in width.
2. Spas
Spas shall be provided with at least one (1) accessible entrance. If spas are provided in a cluster, at least one spa shall have an accessible entrance.
3. Sports Facilities
3.1 Lockers.
If lockers are provided, at least one of each type (full, half, quarter, etc.) shall be accessible and reachable to persons with disabilities. One of each type shall be provided for every fraction thereof. Accessible benches shall be located adjacent to the accessible lockers.
3.2 Benches.
a. Provide accessible benches in dressing, fitting, and locker rooms, and where seating is provided in saunas and steam rooms. Benches shall have a clear floor space positioned to allow persons using wheelchairs or other mobility devices to approach parallel to the short end of a bench seat. In saunas and steam rooms, this floor space shall not be obstructed.
b. Benches shall have seats that are a minimum of 500 mm to a maximum of 600 mm in depth and 1200 mm minimum in length. The seat height shall be 450 mm above the finished floor. If the bench is not located next to a wall, the bench shall have back support that is 1200 mm minimum in length and extends from a point 50 mm maximum above the seat to a point of 450 mm minimum above the bench.
c. Benches shall be strong enough to withstand a vertical or horizontal force of 113 kgs applied at any point on the seat, fastener, mounting device, or supporting structure. The provisions for benches are not intended to apply to park benches or other benches used for sitting or resting. If benches are located in wet areas, the surface shall be slip-resistant and designed not to accumulate water.
3.3 Team Player Seating Areas
a. Where provided, fixed team or player seating areas shall contain the number of wheelchair spaces and companion seats (based on the number of seats provided), but not less than one space. One option is to provide a clear space adjacent to a fixed bench, with the bench serving as companion seating. If designers and operators are designing a field or court that will serve a variety of wheelchair sports, exceeding the minimum requirements will better accommodate participants.
3.4 Exercise Equipment and Machines
a. At least one of each type of exercise equipment or machine shall have a clear floor space of at least 900 mm x 1200 mm and be served by an accessible route. If the clear space is enclosed on three sides (e.g., by walls or the equipment itself), the clear space shall be at least 900 mm x 1200 mm.
b. Most strength training equipment and machines would be considered different types. For example, a bench press machine is different from a biceps curl machine. If operators provide both a biceps curl machine and free weights, both shall meet the guidelines in this section even though both can be used to strengthen biceps. Likewise, cardiovascular exercise machines, such as stationary bicycles, rowing machines, stair climbers and treadmills, are all different types of machines. But if the only difference in the equipment provided is that they have different manufacturers, but are the same type, only one must comply.
c. Clear floor space shall be positioned to allow a person to transfer from a wheelchair or to use the equipment while seated in a wheelchair. For example, to make a shoulder press accessible, the clear floor space shall be next to the seat. But the clear floor space for a bench press designed for use by a person using a wheelchair shall be centered on the operating mechanisms. Clear floor space for more than one piece of equipment may overlap. For example, where different types of exercise equipment and machines are located next to other pieces of equipment, the clear space may be shared.
3.5 Shooting Facilities
a. If facilities provide fixed firing positions, at least 5 percent, but not less than one of each type of fixed firing position shall be served by an accessible route. Fixed firing positions shall have a 1500 mm diameter space with slopes not steeper than 1:48 so a wheelchair user can turn around and have a level place from which to shoot.
b. Types of different firing positions include positions with different admission prices, positions with or without weather covering or lighting, and positions that support different shooting events (e.g., muzzle loading rifle, small bore rifle, high power rifle, bull’s eye pistol, action pistol, silhouette, trap, skeet, and archery).
3.6 Bowling Lanes
At least 5 percent, but not less than one, of the total number of bowling lanes shall be accessible. Unlike other areas of sport activity, only those team or player seating areas that serve accessible lanes shall be connected with an accessible route and comply with seating requirements.
4. Auditoriums, Arenas, Theaters, and Other Assembly Areas
4.1 Three percent (3%) of the total seating capacity of auditoriums, arenas, theaters, and other assembly areas shall be wheelchair parking accommodations.
4.2 Accessible routes shall not overlap wheelchair seating or block any waiting spaces.
4.3 Access to any wheelchair space shall not be through another wheelchair space.
4.4 Wheelchair viewing areas shall adjoin accessible circulation.
4.5 Each wheelchair viewing position shall be clear, firm and level. The minimum footprint for a single wheelchair seating space (front or rear entry) shall be 900 mm x 1200 mm.
4.6 It recommended that assistive listening devices be provided.
4.7 Accessible seating shall be provided with handrails 750 mm high at the front and sides.
4.8 Hearing Enhancement System shall be provided in:
a. Function rooms, halls and auditoriums used for meetings, lectures, performances or films; and
b. At least one of the public information/service counters for cinemas, theaters, concert halls, stadiums, museums, theme parks, purpose-built family amusement centers, sport complexes, public swimming pools, hospitals, clinics, transport stations, interchanges and passenger terminal.
5. Transportation Facilities
5.1. Pathways and Corridors
a. Accessible routes shall be established to connect transportation facilities across various modes of transportation and to all public use buildings and structures within the vicinity, facilitating smooth and effortless transitions both to and from these facilities.
b. The minimum width of accessible pathways and corridors along the passenger path shall be 1800 mm. This width shall allow two wheelchair users to pass each other comfortably.
c. In cases where support pillars, columns, or other barriers are present, a minimum clearance of at least 900 mm shall be provided to ensure unobstructed passage.
d. In addition, full weather protection shall be provided at entrances and exits, including approaching pathways, sidewalks, and walkways.
5.2. Controlled Passage
a. For controlled passages that are accessible to the public and are necessary to complete the passenger journey, such as automated fare collection gates, ticket gates, and queuing lines with railings on both sides, each shall have at least one path with a minimum width of 900 mm.
b. The controlled passage shall permit passing through to all directions of the passenger path, i.e., bi-directional passage, otherwise a separate passage, one going through each direction available, shall be provided.
c. Swing or retractable doors for AFC gates, and equipment alike, are required instead of tripod-type gates and other similar types, that require force prior to passing through.
d. The accessible controlled passage shall also be clearly marked with the international symbol of access.
5.3. Automatic Doors
Wherever possible and practical, automatic doors shall be provided for spaces and rooms instead of manually operated doors. In cases where entrance doors for transportation infrastructure are not held open during operation hours, automatic doors shall be required.
5.4. Platform Screen Doors
a. The minimum clear width of a platform screen door shall be 900 mm measured between the face of the door and the face of the door frame to allow independent maneuvering of a wheelchair.
b. Tactile Floor Surfaces at Platform Screen Doors
i. Warning tactile blocks with a depth of 600 mm shall be installed at least 300 mm before every PSD opening.
ii. At platform level, all elevators shall lead to a PSD opening.
iii. At platform level, at least one tactile path from one staircase shall lead to one PSD opening.
iv. Additional tactile paths on the platform can be determined at the discretion of the designers provided that it shall be installed in a simplified and straightforward manner avoiding confusion.
5.5. Escalators
a. Escalators shall be installed on multi-level transport infrastructures especially those serving high passenger volumes.
b. There shall always be an alternative pedestrian route provided which shall be located near to, and clearly shown by a sign posted at the entry to the escalator.
c. If multiple adjoining escalators are installed, at least one upward and one downward escalator shall be installed.
d. Escalators and passenger conveyors in transport facilities shall be installed in accordance with this IRR.
5.6. Elevators
a. Accessible elevator cars shall have a minimum depth of 1400 mm and width of 1500 mm, with a clear door opening width of at least 900 mm.
b. For horizontal development infrastructure, such as transportation facilities, which cannot attain the thirty (30) meter maximum elevator distance from the entrance provision under this IRR, respite areas shall instead be provided.
c. At least two elevators, in close proximity to and shall not be separated from each other by any means of division, shall be available on each floor to service other floors. This is to provide redundancy in case of a breakdown or maintenance. This provision accounts for horizontally separated portions like separate platforms or arrivals and departures on the same level. Elevator placement shall meet the needs of all users, guaranteeing that every relevant area shall be served by an elevator in all situations.
5.7. Respite Area
a. Respite Areas shall be provided at every thirty (30) meters or less along the passenger path leading up to the final space prior to boarding in all modes of transportation. These areas shall be properly marked for easy recognition, and priority seating shall be given to Persons with Disabilities.
b. Respite Areas shall be in accordance with the Designated Rest Areas and Equipment Section of this IRR.
5.8. Platform Edge to Transit Vehicle
Boarding platforms shall be leveled with the finished floor of the transit vehicles avoiding noticeable horizontal and vertical gap as much as possible under normal passenger load conditions. If horizontal and vertical gaps between platform edge and the transit vehicle are present, a portable ramp or automatic gap filler shall be provided to assist persons with disabilities in boarding and alighting the transit vehicle.
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