Drinking fountains linked to accessible pedestrian routes must be designed and placed so that people of varying abilities can approach and use them comfortably. By following specific height, clearance, and operational guidelines, cities can offer equitable access to fresh water in public spaces.
- Provide at least one spout at a height between 80 cm and 90 cm, with 70 cm of unobstructed clearance underneath.
- Equip the fountain with an easily detectable, low-effort faucet mechanism, operable with a fist or elbow.
- Maintain an area around the fountain where a 1.50 m diameter circle can be inscribed, free of obstacles.
- This space must not overlap with the accessible pedestrian route, ensuring safe maneuverability.
- Design the fountain to prevent water accumulation, promoting cleanliness and reducing slip hazards.
Sources
- https://cdn.mitma.gob.es/portal-web-drupal/estudios_y_publicaciones/guia_accesibilidad.pdf
- https://www.une.org/encuentra-tu-norma/busca-tu-norma/norma?c=N0007851
- https://www.une.org/encuentra-tu-norma/busca-tu-norma/norma?c=N0066564
- https://www.une.org/encuentra-tu-norma/busca-tu-norma/norma?c=N0050139
- Carers
- Children
- Cognitive abilities
- Decolonial perspective
- Enviroment
- Gender perspective
- Hearing impairment
- Low-education
- Older people
- Other(+)
- Physical abilities and features
- Sin categorÃa
- Temporary
- Universal Design
- Visual impairment