Handrails & Transfer Walls
Providing safe, compliant secondary entry methods for large facilities.
Completing the 300-Foot Requirement
If your hotel or community pool has more than 300 linear feet of pool wall, federal law requires a *secondary* means of access in addition to your pool lift. Rather than buying two expensive mechanical lifts, many properties opt to install fixed architectural elements like transfer walls or retrofitting existing stairs with ADA-compliant handrails.
Transfer Walls
A transfer wall allows a user to move from a wheelchair directly onto the pool wall, and then into the water. We ensure these walls meet the strict height requirements (16 to 19 inches) and install the necessary grab bars for safe entry.
Compliant Handrails
Not all metal rails meet ADA standards. The diameter of the pipe and the height above the steps are strictly regulated to ensure those with mobility issues can grip them securely. We core-drill and bond compliant, dual-sided rails for sloped entries and stairs.
Sloped Entries (Zero-Depth)
If your pool was built with a beach entry (zero-depth slope), it may already qualify as an accessible entry point—provided the slope ratio is correct and it is equipped with the necessary underwater handrails. We can install the required aquatic rails to bring your beach entry into full compliance.
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